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Sun Times in Sierra Gorda
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sierra Gorda?
Sunrise in Sierra Gorda on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (America/Santiago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sierra Gorda?
Sunset in Sierra Gorda on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:27 PM (America/Santiago). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sierra Gorda?
Morning golden hour in Sierra Gorda ends at 7:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:57 PM.
How long is the day in Sierra Gorda?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Sierra Gorda there are 11 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sierra Gorda?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sierra Gorda at 12:37 PM (America/Santiago). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sierra Gorda?
In Sierra Gorda, sunset is at 6:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:42 PM (America/Santiago). Civil twilight ends at 6:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sierra Gorda?
Twilight in Sierra Gorda 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 Sierra Gorda?
The earliest sunrise in Sierra Gorda in 2026 is at 6:52 AM on October 31 (America/Santiago). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sierra Gorda?
The latest sunset in Sierra Gorda in 2026 is at 8:28 PM on January 12 (America/Santiago). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sierra Gorda?
After sunset at 6:27 PM in Sierra Gorda, civil twilight ends at 6:49 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:42 PM (America/Santiago).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sierra Gorda 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 Sierra Gorda
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sierra Gorda on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 23m |
| February | 7:26 AM | 8:16 PM | 12h 50m |
| March | 7:39 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 14m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 33m |
| May | 7:03 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 01m |
| June | 7:15 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 44m |
| July | 7:17 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 52m |
| August | 7:02 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 19m |
| September | 7:33 AM | 7:31 PM | 11h 57m |
| October | 7:04 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 37m |
| November | 6:45 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 13m |
| December | 6:46 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 32m |