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Sun Times in Salta
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Salta?
Sunrise in Salta on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:38 AM (America/Argentina/Salta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Salta?
Sunset in Salta on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:08 PM (America/Argentina/Salta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Salta?
Morning golden hour in Salta ends at 8:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:37 PM.
How long is the day in Salta?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Salta there are 11 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Salta?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Salta at 1:23 PM (America/Argentina/Salta). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Salta?
In Salta, sunset is at 7:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:24 PM (America/Argentina/Salta). Civil twilight ends at 7:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Salta?
Twilight in Salta 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 Salta?
The earliest sunrise in Salta in 2026 is at 6:23 AM on November 28 (America/Argentina/Salta). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Salta?
The latest sunset in Salta in 2026 is at 8:16 PM on January 9 (America/Argentina/Salta). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Salta?
After sunset at 7:08 PM in Salta, civil twilight ends at 7:31 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:24 PM (America/Argentina/Salta).
What these times mean
Solar times in Salta 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 Salta
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Salta on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:46 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 30m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 8:02 PM | 12h 55m |
| March | 7:23 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 14m |
| April | 7:36 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 30m |
| May | 7:50 AM | 6:45 PM | 10h 55m |
| June | 8:04 AM | 6:40 PM | 10h 36m |
| July | 8:05 AM | 6:49 PM | 10h 44m |
| August | 7:48 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 15m |
| September | 7:18 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 57m |
| October | 6:47 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 40m |
| November | 6:26 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 20m |
| December | 6:26 AM | 8:07 PM | 13h 40m |