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Sun Times in Tuxtla
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tuxtla?
Sunrise in Tuxtla on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:58 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tuxtla?
Sunset in Tuxtla on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:29 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tuxtla?
Morning golden hour in Tuxtla ends at 6:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:00 PM.
How long is the day in Tuxtla?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Tuxtla there are 12 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tuxtla?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tuxtla at 12:13 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 Tuxtla?
In Tuxtla, sunset is at 6:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:42 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tuxtla?
Twilight in Tuxtla 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 Tuxtla?
The earliest sunrise in Tuxtla in 2026 is at 5:38 AM on May 26 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tuxtla?
The latest sunset in Tuxtla in 2026 is at 6:49 PM on June 26 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tuxtla?
After sunset at 6:29 PM in Tuxtla, civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:42 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tuxtla 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 Tuxtla
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tuxtla on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:44 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 15m |
| February | 6:38 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 37m |
| March | 6:20 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 31m |
| May | 5:41 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 55m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 07m |
| July | 5:47 AM | 6:49 PM | 13h 02m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 41m |
| September | 6:00 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:05 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 46m |
| November | 6:16 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 21m |
| December | 6:33 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 08m |