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Sun Times in Atambua
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Atambua?
Sunrise in Atambua on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (Asia/Makassar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Atambua?
Sunset in Atambua on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:39 PM (Asia/Makassar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Atambua?
Morning golden hour in Atambua ends at 6:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:10 PM.
How long is the day in Atambua?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Atambua there are 11 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Atambua?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Atambua at 11:45 AM (Asia/Makassar). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Atambua?
In Atambua, sunset is at 5:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:50 PM (Asia/Makassar). Civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Atambua?
Twilight in Atambua lasts approximately 71 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Atambua?
The earliest sunrise in Atambua in 2026 is at 5:09 AM on November 7 (Asia/Makassar). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Atambua?
The latest sunset in Atambua in 2026 is at 6:08 PM on January 18 (Asia/Makassar). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Atambua?
After sunset at 5:39 PM in Atambua, civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:50 PM (Asia/Makassar).
What these times mean
Solar times in Atambua shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Atambua
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Atambua on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:31 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 36m |
| February | 5:42 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 23m |
| March | 5:44 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 5:43 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 54m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 42m |
| June | 5:52 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 36m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 38m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 48m |
| September | 5:34 AM | 5:37 PM | 12h 03m |
| October | 5:17 AM | 5:35 PM | 12h 18m |
| November | 5:09 AM | 5:40 PM | 12h 32m |
| December | 5:15 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 39m |