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Sun Times in Angkor Thum
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Angkor Thum?
Sunrise in Angkor Thum on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:52 AM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Angkor Thum?
Sunset in Angkor Thum on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:19 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Angkor Thum?
Morning golden hour in Angkor Thum ends at 6:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in Angkor Thum?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Angkor Thum there are 12 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Angkor Thum?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Angkor Thum at 12:06 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Angkor Thum?
In Angkor Thum, sunset is at 6:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:32 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). Civil twilight ends at 6:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Angkor Thum?
Twilight in Angkor Thum lasts approximately 73 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 Angkor Thum?
The earliest sunrise in Angkor Thum in 2026 is at 5:36 AM on May 23 (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Angkor Thum?
The latest sunset in Angkor Thum in 2026 is at 6:36 PM on July 6 (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Angkor Thum?
After sunset at 6:19 PM in Angkor Thum, civil twilight ends at 6:41 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:32 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh).
What these times mean
Solar times in Angkor Thum 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 Angkor Thum
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Angkor Thum on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:31 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 25m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 42m |
| March | 6:12 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:51 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 26m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 45m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 55m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 51m |
| August | 5:51 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 34m |
| September | 5:53 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 5:55 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 50m |
| November | 6:03 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 31m |
| December | 6:19 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 20m |