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Sun Times in Chākan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chākan?
Sunrise in Chākan on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chākan?
Sunset in Chākan on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:57 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chākan?
Morning golden hour in Chākan ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:28 PM.
How long is the day in Chākan?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Chākan there are 12 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chākan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chākan at 12:37 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chākan?
In Chākan, sunset is at 6:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:13 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chākan?
Twilight in Chākan lasts approximately 76 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 Chākan?
The earliest sunrise in Chākan in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on May 31 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chākan?
The latest sunset in Chākan in 2026 is at 7:15 PM on June 26 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chākan?
After sunset at 6:57 PM in Chākan, civil twilight ends at 7:20 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:13 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chākan 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 Chākan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chākan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 08m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 32m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 34m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 01m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 15m |
| July | 6:05 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 09m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 46m |
| September | 6:22 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:28 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 44m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 15m |
| December | 6:59 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 01m |