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Sun Times in Puerto Maldonado
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Puerto Maldonado?
Sunrise in Puerto Maldonado on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:50 AM (America/La_Paz). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Puerto Maldonado?
Sunset in Puerto Maldonado on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:32 PM (America/La_Paz). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Puerto Maldonado?
Morning golden hour in Puerto Maldonado ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:03 PM.
How long is the day in Puerto Maldonado?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Puerto Maldonado there are 11 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Puerto Maldonado?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Puerto Maldonado at 12:41 PM (America/La_Paz). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Puerto Maldonado?
In Puerto Maldonado, sunset is at 6:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:44 PM (America/La_Paz). Civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Puerto Maldonado?
Twilight in Puerto Maldonado lasts approximately 72 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 Puerto Maldonado?
The earliest sunrise in Puerto Maldonado in 2026 is at 6:00 AM on November 12 (America/La_Paz). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Puerto Maldonado?
The latest sunset in Puerto Maldonado in 2026 is at 7:10 PM on January 18 (America/La_Paz). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Puerto Maldonado?
After sunset at 6:32 PM in Puerto Maldonado, civil twilight ends at 6:53 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:44 PM (America/La_Paz).
What these times mean
Solar times in Puerto Maldonado 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 Puerto Maldonado
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Puerto Maldonado on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:22 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 47m |
| February | 6:35 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 30m |
| March | 6:40 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 49m |
| May | 6:47 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 32m |
| June | 6:55 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 23m |
| July | 6:59 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 27m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 42m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 02m |
| October | 6:11 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 22m |
| November | 6:00 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 42m |
| December | 6:06 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 52m |