Sun Times in Anuradhapura
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Anuradhapura?
Sunrise in Anuradhapura on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (Asia/Colombo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Anuradhapura?
Sunset in Anuradhapura on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 6:02 PM (Asia/Colombo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Anuradhapura?
Morning golden hour in Anuradhapura ends at 6:24 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:35 PM.
How long is the day in Anuradhapura?
On Friday, September 25, 2026 in Anuradhapura there are 12 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Anuradhapura?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Anuradhapura at 12:00 PM (Asia/Colombo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Anuradhapura?
In Anuradhapura, sunset is at 6:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:12 PM (Asia/Colombo). Civil twilight ends at 6:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Anuradhapura?
Twilight in Anuradhapura lasts approximately 69 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 Anuradhapura?
The earliest sunrise in Anuradhapura in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on May 22 (Asia/Colombo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Anuradhapura?
The latest sunset in Anuradhapura in 2026 is at 6:31 PM on July 9 (Asia/Colombo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Anuradhapura?
After sunset at 6:02 PM in Anuradhapura, civil twilight ends at 6:23 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:12 PM (Asia/Colombo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Anuradhapura 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 Anuradhapura
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Anuradhapura on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:26 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 42m |
| February | 6:26 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 52m |
| March | 6:15 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 5:59 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 18m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 30m |
| June | 5:50 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 36m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 34m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 24m |
| September | 5:58 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 10m |
| October | 5:55 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 57m |
| November | 6:00 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 45m |
| December | 6:13 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 39m |
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