Sun Times in Puerto Vallarta
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Puerto Vallarta?
Sunrise in Puerto Vallarta on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Puerto Vallarta?
Sunset in Puerto Vallarta on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:18 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Puerto Vallarta?
Morning golden hour in Puerto Vallarta ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:48 PM.
How long is the day in Puerto Vallarta?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Puerto Vallarta there are 12 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Puerto Vallarta?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Puerto Vallarta at 1:01 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 Puerto Vallarta?
In Puerto Vallarta, sunset is at 7:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:33 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 7:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Puerto Vallarta?
Twilight in Puerto Vallarta lasts approximately 75 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 Vallarta?
The earliest sunrise in Puerto Vallarta in 2026 is at 6:19 AM on May 30 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Puerto Vallarta?
The latest sunset in Puerto Vallarta in 2026 is at 7:45 PM on June 25 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Puerto Vallarta?
After sunset at 7:18 PM in Puerto Vallarta, civil twilight ends at 7:40 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:33 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Puerto Vallarta 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 Vallarta
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Puerto Vallarta on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:39 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 01m |
| February | 7:30 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 29m |
| March | 7:09 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 37m |
| May | 6:23 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 07m |
| June | 6:20 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 23m |
| July | 6:29 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 16m |
| August | 6:40 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 50m |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:56 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 41m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 09m |
| December | 7:29 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 53m |
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