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Sun Times in Kentau
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kentau?
Sunrise in Kentau on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:32 AM (Asia/Almaty). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kentau?
Sunset in Kentau on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (Asia/Almaty). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kentau?
Morning golden hour in Kentau ends at 6:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in Kentau?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Kentau there are 13 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kentau?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kentau at 12:30 PM (Asia/Almaty). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kentau?
In Kentau, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:15 PM (Asia/Almaty). Civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kentau?
Twilight in Kentau lasts approximately 109 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 Kentau?
The earliest sunrise in Kentau in 2026 is at 4:44 AM on June 10 (Asia/Almaty). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kentau?
The latest sunset in Kentau in 2026 is at 8:11 PM on June 24 (Asia/Almaty). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kentau?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Kentau, civil twilight ends at 7:57 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:15 PM (Asia/Almaty).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kentau 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 Kentau
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kentau on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:56 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 19m |
| February | 7:24 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 31m |
| March | 6:38 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 5:44 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 5:01 AM | 7:43 PM | 14h 42m |
| June | 4:44 AM | 8:08 PM | 15h 24m |
| July | 4:58 AM | 8:05 PM | 15h 06m |
| August | 5:30 AM | 7:29 PM | 13h 59m |
| September | 6:05 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 6:39 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:19 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 42m |
| December | 7:51 AM | 4:50 PM | 8h 58m |