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Sun Times in Santiago de Cotagaita
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Santiago de Cotagaita?
Sunrise in Santiago de Cotagaita on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (America/La_Paz). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Santiago de Cotagaita?
Sunset in Santiago de Cotagaita on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 is at 6:17 PM (America/La_Paz). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Santiago de Cotagaita?
Morning golden hour in Santiago de Cotagaita ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:47 PM.
How long is the day in Santiago de Cotagaita?
On Tuesday, September 15, 2026 in Santiago de Cotagaita there are 11 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Santiago de Cotagaita?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Santiago de Cotagaita at 12:17 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 Santiago de Cotagaita?
In Santiago de Cotagaita, sunset is at 6:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:30 PM (America/La_Paz). Civil twilight ends at 6:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Santiago de Cotagaita?
Twilight in Santiago de Cotagaita lasts approximately 74 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 Santiago de Cotagaita?
The earliest sunrise in Santiago de Cotagaita in 2026 is at 5:32 AM on November 21 (America/La_Paz). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Santiago de Cotagaita?
The latest sunset in Santiago de Cotagaita in 2026 is at 7:09 PM on January 8 (America/La_Paz). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Santiago de Cotagaita?
After sunset at 6:17 PM in Santiago de Cotagaita, civil twilight ends at 6:39 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:30 PM (America/La_Paz).
What these times mean
Solar times in Santiago de Cotagaita 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 Santiago de Cotagaita
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Santiago de Cotagaita on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:54 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 15m |
| February | 6:13 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 46m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 37m |
| May | 6:45 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 07m |
| June | 6:56 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 52m |
| July | 6:59 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 59m |
| August | 6:45 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 24m |
| September | 6:18 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 58m |
| October | 5:51 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 34m |
| November | 5:34 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 06m |
| December | 5:36 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 23m |