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Sun Times in Altay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Altay?
Sunrise in Altay on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 4:18 AM (Asia/Almaty). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Altay?
Sunset in Altay on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:33 PM (Asia/Almaty). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Altay?
Morning golden hour in Altay ends at 5:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:49 PM.
How long is the day in Altay?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Altay there are 14 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Altay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Altay at 11:26 AM (Asia/Almaty). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Altay?
In Altay, sunset is at 6:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:42 PM (Asia/Almaty). Civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Altay?
Twilight in Altay lasts approximately 129 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 Altay?
The earliest sunrise in Altay in 2026 is at 3:14 AM on June 13 (Asia/Almaty). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Altay?
The latest sunset in Altay in 2026 is at 7:35 PM on June 25 (Asia/Almaty). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Altay?
After sunset at 6:33 PM in Altay, civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:42 PM (Asia/Almaty).
What these times mean
Solar times in Altay 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 Altay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Altay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 3:50 PM | 8h 36m |
| February | 6:33 AM | 4:41 PM | 10h 08m |
| March | 5:37 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 4:31 AM | 6:15 PM | 13h 45m |
| May | 3:38 AM | 7:01 PM | 15h 23m |
| June | 3:14 AM | 7:32 PM | 16h 18m |
| July | 3:31 AM | 7:25 PM | 15h 55m |
| August | 4:12 AM | 6:41 PM | 14h 28m |
| September | 4:58 AM | 5:37 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 5:44 AM | 4:32 PM | 10h 49m |
| November | 6:34 AM | 3:40 PM | 9h 06m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 3:22 PM | 8h 09m |