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Sunrise and sunset in Mexico City, Mexico
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 6:31 AM–7:00 AM and 5:47 PM–6:17 PM
Times are local time in Mexico City. Current time in Mexico City →
Sunrise and sunset in Mexico City through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 6:28 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 58m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:32 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 43m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 6:38 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 26m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 6:45 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 13m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 6:55 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 3m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 7:04 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 58m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 7:11 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 59m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 7:14 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 5m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 7:12 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 18m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 7:06 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 31m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:57 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 45m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:46 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 1m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 6:31 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 20m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:20 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 35m |
| May 1, 2027 | 6:09 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 51m |
| May 15, 2027 | 6:02 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 3m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 5:59 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 13m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 5:59 AM | 7:17 PM | 13h 18m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 6:03 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 17m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 6:07 AM | 7:19 PM | 13h 12m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 6:14 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 0m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 6:18 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 48m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:22 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 31m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:25 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 16m |
Calculated for 19.40°N, 99.15°W, including daylight saving time where Mexico City uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Mexico City this year
- Longest day: June 21 (13h 18m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (10h 58m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:59 AM on May 26
- Latest sunset: 7:20 PM on July 1
Questions
What time is sunrise in Mexico City today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 6:31 AM and sets at 6:17 PM in Mexico City, giving 11 hours 46 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Mexico City?
The longest day in Mexico City in 2026 is June 21, with 13 hours 18 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Mexico City?
The shortest day in Mexico City in 2026 is December 22, with 10 hours 58 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Mexico City?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:59 AM on May 26, and the latest sunset is 7:20 PM on July 1. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Mexico City?
Today, golden hour in Mexico City is from sunrise (6:31 AM) to 7:00 AM in the morning, and from 5:47 PM to sunset (6:17 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.