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Sun Times in Banda Aceh
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Banda Aceh?
Sunrise in Banda Aceh on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (Asia/Jakarta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Banda Aceh?
Sunset in Banda Aceh on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:47 PM (Asia/Jakarta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Banda Aceh?
Morning golden hour in Banda Aceh ends at 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:19 PM.
How long is the day in Banda Aceh?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Banda Aceh there are 12 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Banda Aceh?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Banda Aceh at 12:40 PM (Asia/Jakarta). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Banda Aceh?
In Banda Aceh, sunset is at 6:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:57 PM (Asia/Jakarta). Civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Banda Aceh?
Twilight in Banda Aceh lasts approximately 70 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 Banda Aceh?
The earliest sunrise in Banda Aceh in 2026 is at 6:23 AM on May 15 (Asia/Jakarta). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Banda Aceh?
The latest sunset in Banda Aceh in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on July 14 (Asia/Jakarta). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Banda Aceh?
After sunset at 6:47 PM in Banda Aceh, civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:57 PM (Asia/Jakarta).
What these times mean
Solar times in Banda Aceh 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 Banda Aceh
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Banda Aceh on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:52 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 50m |
| February | 6:54 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 57m |
| March | 6:45 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 14m |
| May | 6:23 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 22m |
| June | 6:25 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 27m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 25m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 18m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 09m |
| October | 6:24 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 00m |
| November | 6:27 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 52m |
| December | 6:39 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 48m |