Sun Times in Punta Arenas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Punta Arenas?
Sunrise in Punta Arenas on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:33 AM (America/Punta_Arenas). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Punta Arenas?
Sunset in Punta Arenas on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:57 PM (America/Punta_Arenas). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Punta Arenas?
Morning golden hour in Punta Arenas ends at 9:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:08 PM.
How long is the day in Punta Arenas?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Punta Arenas there are 10 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Punta Arenas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Punta Arenas at 1:45 PM (America/Punta_Arenas). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Punta Arenas?
In Punta Arenas, sunset is at 6:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:53 PM (America/Punta_Arenas). Civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Punta Arenas?
Twilight in Punta Arenas lasts approximately 116 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 Punta Arenas?
The earliest sunrise in Punta Arenas in 2026 is at 5:11 AM on December 9 (America/Punta_Arenas). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Punta Arenas?
The latest sunset in Punta Arenas in 2026 is at 10:12 PM on December 24 (America/Punta_Arenas). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Punta Arenas?
After sunset at 6:57 PM in Punta Arenas, civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:53 PM (America/Punta_Arenas).
What these times mean
Solar times in Punta Arenas 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 Punta Arenas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Punta Arenas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:42 AM | 10:03 PM | 16h 21m |
| February | 6:42 AM | 9:11 PM | 14h 30m |
| March | 7:36 AM | 8:07 PM | 12h 32m |
| April | 8:31 AM | 6:54 PM | 10h 23m |
| May | 9:22 AM | 5:56 PM | 8h 34m |
| June | 9:57 AM | 5:30 PM | 7h 34m |
| July | 9:49 AM | 5:50 PM | 8h 01m |
| August | 8:59 AM | 6:37 PM | 9h 38m |
| September | 7:48 AM | 7:29 PM | 11h 41m |
| October | 6:37 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 46m |
| November | 5:35 AM | 9:22 PM | 15h 47m |
| December | 5:11 AM | 10:06 PM | 16h 56m |
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