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Sunrise and sunset in Montevideo, Uruguay
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 6:07 AM–6:41 AM and 6:23 PM–6:57 PM
Times are local time in Montevideo. Current time in Montevideo →
Sunrise and sunset in Montevideo through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 6:22 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 26m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 6:03 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 56m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 5:44 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 31m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 5:32 AM | 7:29 PM | 13h 57m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 5:25 AM | 7:44 PM | 14h 19m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 5:26 AM | 7:55 PM | 14h 29m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 5:35 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 27m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 5:47 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 14m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 6:05 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 48m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:19 AM | 7:41 PM | 13h 21m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:33 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 51m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:44 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 21m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 6:58 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 43m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 7:09 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 14m |
| May 1, 2027 | 7:22 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 42m |
| May 15, 2027 | 7:33 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 19m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 7:45 AM | 5:43 PM | 9h 58m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 7:51 AM | 5:41 PM | 9h 49m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 7:54 AM | 5:45 PM | 9h 51m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 7:51 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 1m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 7:40 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 23m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 7:27 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 48m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 7:05 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 21m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:46 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 51m |
Calculated for 34.91°S, 56.21°W, including daylight saving time where Montevideo uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Montevideo this year
- Longest day: December 22 (14h 30m)
- Shortest day: June 21 (9h 48m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:25 AM on December 1
- Latest sunset: 8:03 PM on January 1
Questions
What time is sunrise in Montevideo today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 6:07 AM and sets at 6:57 PM in Montevideo, giving 12 hours 50 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Montevideo?
The longest day in Montevideo in 2026 is December 22, with 14 hours 30 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Montevideo?
The shortest day in Montevideo in 2026 is June 21, with 9 hours 48 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Montevideo?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:25 AM on December 1, and the latest sunset is 8:03 PM on January 1. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Montevideo?
Today, golden hour in Montevideo is from sunrise (6:07 AM) to 6:41 AM in the morning, and from 6:23 PM to sunset (6:57 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.