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Sun Times in Jalisco
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Jalisco?
Sunrise in Jalisco on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Jalisco?
Sunset in Jalisco on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:19 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Jalisco?
Morning golden hour in Jalisco ends at 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:50 PM.
How long is the day in Jalisco?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Jalisco there are 12 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Jalisco?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Jalisco at 12:07 PM (America/Mexico_City). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Jalisco?
In Jalisco, sunset is at 6:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:32 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Jalisco?
Twilight in Jalisco lasts approximately 73 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Jalisco?
The earliest sunrise in Jalisco in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on May 26 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Jalisco?
The latest sunset in Jalisco in 2026 is at 6:44 PM on June 27 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Jalisco?
After sunset at 6:19 PM in Jalisco, civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:32 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Jalisco shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Jalisco
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Jalisco on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:39 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 16m |
| February | 6:33 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 37m |
| March | 6:15 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:52 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 31m |
| May | 5:37 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 54m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 06m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 01m |
| August | 5:52 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 40m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 6:00 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 46m |
| November | 6:11 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 22m |
| December | 6:28 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 09m |