Today in Tarija Department, Bolivia, the sun rises at 6:30 AM and sets at 6:05 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 35m of daylight. That is 2 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 116 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Tarija Department is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Tarija Department
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Tarija Department runs from N/A to 7:00 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:35 PM and lasts until 6:05 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Tarija Department's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Tarija Department falls exactly at 12:18 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 19.39 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Tarija Department, typical of its Winter season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Tarija Department?
At Tarija Department's latitude of -21.5833°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 250.15° (WSW). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Tarija Department are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -21.5833, -63.8333. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Tarija Department (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Tarija Department versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:30 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 35m |
| 2025 | 6:30 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 35m |
| 2021 | 6:30 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 35m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Tarija Department today?
In Tarija Department, the sun rises at exactly 6:30 AM and sets at 6:05 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 35m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Tarija Department today?
Today, morning golden hour in Tarija Department runs from N/A to 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:35 PM and lasts until 6:03 PM.
Why does sunrise in Tarija Department shift every day?
At Tarija Department's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 250.15° (WSW). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Tarija Department at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:18 PM when the sun reaches 19.39. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Tarija Department, typical of its Winter season.
Has the sunrise time in Tarija Department changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 6:30 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:30 AM.