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Sun Times in La Quiaca
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in La Quiaca?
Sunrise in La Quiaca on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:47 AM (America/Argentina/Jujuy). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in La Quiaca?
Sunset in La Quiaca on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:07 PM (America/Argentina/Jujuy). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in La Quiaca?
Morning golden hour in La Quiaca ends at 8:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:36 PM.
How long is the day in La Quiaca?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in La Quiaca there are 11 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in La Quiaca?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in La Quiaca at 1:27 PM (America/Argentina/Jujuy). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in La Quiaca?
In La Quiaca, sunset is at 7:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:22 PM (America/Argentina/Jujuy). Civil twilight ends at 7:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in La Quiaca?
Twilight in La Quiaca lasts approximately 76 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 La Quiaca?
The earliest sunrise in La Quiaca in 2026 is at 6:29 AM on November 25 (America/Argentina/Jujuy). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in La Quiaca?
The latest sunset in La Quiaca in 2026 is at 8:11 PM on January 7 (America/Argentina/Jujuy). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in La Quiaca?
After sunset at 7:07 PM in La Quiaca, civil twilight ends at 7:30 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:22 PM (America/Argentina/Jujuy).
What these times mean
Solar times in La Quiaca 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 La Quiaca
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in La Quiaca on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:51 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 20m |
| February | 7:11 AM | 8:00 PM | 12h 49m |
| March | 7:24 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 7:34 AM | 7:09 PM | 11h 35m |
| May | 7:46 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 03m |
| June | 7:59 AM | 6:46 PM | 10h 47m |
| July | 8:01 AM | 6:55 PM | 10h 54m |
| August | 7:46 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 21m |
| September | 7:18 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 58m |
| October | 6:50 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 36m |
| November | 6:31 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 11m |
| December | 6:33 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 29m |