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Sun Times in Valparaíso
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Valparaíso?
Sunrise in Valparaíso on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Valparaíso?
Sunset in Valparaíso on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:25 PM (America/Mexico_City). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Valparaíso?
Morning golden hour in Valparaíso ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:54 PM.
How long is the day in Valparaíso?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Valparaíso there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Valparaíso?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Valparaíso at 12:58 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 Valparaíso?
In Valparaíso, sunset is at 7:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:44 PM (America/Mexico_City). Civil twilight ends at 7:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Valparaíso?
Twilight in Valparaíso lasts approximately 79 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 Valparaíso?
The earliest sunrise in Valparaíso in 2026 is at 6:08 AM on June 1 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Valparaíso?
The latest sunset in Valparaíso in 2026 is at 7:43 PM on June 26 (America/Mexico_City). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Valparaíso?
After sunset at 7:25 PM in Valparaíso, civil twilight ends at 7:48 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:44 PM (America/Mexico_City).
What these times mean
Solar times in Valparaíso 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 Valparaíso
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Valparaíso on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:37 AM | 6:30 PM | 10h 54m |
| February | 7:26 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 25m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 41m |
| May | 6:13 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 14m |
| June | 6:09 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 32m |
| July | 6:18 AM | 7:42 PM | 13h 24m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 55m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:51 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 38m |
| November | 7:07 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 03m |
| December | 7:27 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 45m |