Today in Valparaiso Region, Chile, the sun rises at 7:16 AM and sets at 7:49 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 32m of daylight. That is 2 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Valparaiso Region is currently in its Spring season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Valparaiso Region
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Valparaiso Region runs from N/A to 7:49 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:16 PM and lasts until 7:49 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Valparaiso Region sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Valparaiso Region falls exactly at 1:33 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 20.95 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Valparaiso Region, typical of its Spring season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Valparaiso Region?
At Valparaiso Region's latitude of -32.5976089°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 261.88° (W). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Valparaiso Region are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -32.5976089, -70.8529753. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Valparaiso Region (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 Valparaiso Region versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:16 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 32m |
| 2025 | 7:16 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 32m |
| 2021 | 7:16 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 32m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Valparaiso Region today?
In Valparaiso Region, the sun rises at exactly 7:16 AM and sets at 7:49 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 32m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Valparaiso Region today?
Today, morning golden hour in Valparaiso Region runs from N/A to 7:49 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:16 PM and lasts until 7:46 PM.
Why does sunrise in Valparaiso Region shift every day?
At Valparaiso Region's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 261.88° (W). 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 Valparaiso Region at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:33 PM when the sun reaches 20.95. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Valparaiso Region, typical of its Spring season.
Has the sunrise time in Valparaiso Region 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 7:16 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:16 AM.