Sun Times in Mar del Plata
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mar del Plata?
Sunrise in Mar del Plata on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:32 AM (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mar del Plata?
Sunset in Mar del Plata on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:16 PM (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mar del Plata?
Morning golden hour in Mar del Plata ends at 8:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:39 PM.
How long is the day in Mar del Plata?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Mar del Plata there are 10 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mar del Plata?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mar del Plata at 12:54 PM (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mar del Plata?
In Mar del Plata, sunset is at 6:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:45 PM (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). Civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mar del Plata?
Twilight in Mar del Plata lasts approximately 89 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 Mar del Plata?
The earliest sunrise in Mar del Plata in 2026 is at 5:20 AM on December 4 (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mar del Plata?
The latest sunset in Mar del Plata in 2026 is at 8:16 PM on January 1 (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mar del Plata?
After sunset at 6:16 PM in Mar del Plata, civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:45 PM (America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mar del Plata 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 Mar del Plata
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mar del Plata on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:44 AM | 8:14 PM | 14h 30m |
| February | 6:19 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 29m |
| March | 6:48 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 21m |
| April | 7:17 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 06m |
| May | 7:44 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 05m |
| June | 8:04 AM | 5:36 PM | 9h 32m |
| July | 8:03 AM | 5:49 PM | 9h 47m |
| August | 7:35 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 40m |
| September | 6:50 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 50m |
| October | 6:04 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 03m |
| November | 5:29 AM | 7:40 PM | 14h 11m |
| December | 5:21 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 47m |
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