Today in Villavicencio, Colombia, the sun rises at 5:51 AM and sets at 6:05 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 13m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Villavicencio is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Villavicencio
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Villavicencio runs from N/A to 6:19 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:37 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, Villavicencio's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Villavicencio falls exactly at 11:58 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 16.12 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Villavicencio, typical of its Summer season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Villavicencio?
At Villavicencio's latitude of 4.1114595°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 258.51° (WSW). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Villavicencio are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 4.1114595, -73.4967836. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Villavicencio (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 Villavicencio versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:51 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 13m |
| 2025 | 5:51 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 13m |
| 2021 | 5:51 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 13m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Villavicencio today?
In Villavicencio, the sun rises at exactly 5:51 AM and sets at 6:05 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 13m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Villavicencio today?
Today, morning golden hour in Villavicencio runs from N/A to 6:19 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:37 PM and lasts until 6:03 PM.
Why does sunrise in Villavicencio shift every day?
At Villavicencio's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 258.51° (WSW). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Villavicencio at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:58 AM when the sun reaches 16.12. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Villavicencio, typical of its Summer season.
Has the sunrise time in Villavicencio 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 5:51 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:51 AM.