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Sun Times in Alandur
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alandur?
Sunrise in Alandur on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alandur?
Sunset in Alandur on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:29 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alandur?
Morning golden hour in Alandur ends at 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:01 PM.
How long is the day in Alandur?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Alandur there are 12 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alandur?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alandur at 12:13 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Alandur?
In Alandur, sunset is at 6:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:43 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alandur?
Twilight in Alandur lasts approximately 74 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 Alandur?
The earliest sunrise in Alandur in 2026 is at 5:41 AM on May 27 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Alandur?
The latest sunset in Alandur in 2026 is at 6:39 PM on June 28 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alandur?
After sunset at 6:29 PM in Alandur, civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:43 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alandur 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 Alandur
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alandur on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:35 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 27m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 43m |
| March | 6:16 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 25m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 44m |
| June | 5:43 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 53m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 49m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 33m |
| September | 5:58 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 5:59 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 51m |
| November | 6:07 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 32m |
| December | 6:23 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 22m |