Sun Times in Ankara
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ankara?
Sunrise in Ankara on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ankara?
Sunset in Ankara on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ankara?
Morning golden hour in Ankara ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:50 PM.
How long is the day in Ankara?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Ankara there are 13 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ankara?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ankara at 12:49 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ankara?
In Ankara, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (Europe/Istanbul). Civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ankara?
Twilight in Ankara lasts approximately 96 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 Ankara?
The earliest sunrise in Ankara in 2026 is at 5:19 AM on June 9 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ankara?
The latest sunset in Ankara in 2026 is at 8:21 PM on June 24 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ankara?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Ankara, civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:02 PM (Europe/Istanbul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ankara 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 Ankara
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ankara on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:08 AM | 5:47 PM | 9h 39m |
| February | 7:41 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 43m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 5:33 AM | 7:56 PM | 14h 23m |
| June | 5:19 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 59m |
| July | 5:32 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 44m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 45m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 6:58 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:33 AM | 5:32 PM | 9h 59m |
| December | 8:02 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 22m |
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