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Sun Times in Ch’ŏsal-li
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ch’ŏsal-li?
Sunrise in Ch’ŏsal-li on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:03 AM (Asia/Pyongyang). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ch’ŏsal-li?
Sunset in Ch’ŏsal-li on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:14 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ch’ŏsal-li?
Morning golden hour in Ch’ŏsal-li ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:38 PM.
How long is the day in Ch’ŏsal-li?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Ch’ŏsal-li there are 13 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ch’ŏsal-li?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ch’ŏsal-li at 12:39 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ch’ŏsal-li?
In Ch’ŏsal-li, sunset is at 7:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:49 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). Civil twilight ends at 7:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ch’ŏsal-li?
Twilight in Ch’ŏsal-li lasts approximately 95 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 Ch’ŏsal-li?
The earliest sunrise in Ch’ŏsal-li in 2026 is at 5:10 AM on June 9 (Asia/Pyongyang). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ch’ŏsal-li?
The latest sunset in Ch’ŏsal-li in 2026 is at 8:09 PM on June 27 (Asia/Pyongyang). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ch’ŏsal-li?
After sunset at 7:14 PM in Ch’ŏsal-li, civil twilight ends at 7:41 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:49 PM (Asia/Pyongyang).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ch’ŏsal-li 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 Ch’ŏsal-li
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ch’ŏsal-li on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:56 AM | 5:38 PM | 9h 42m |
| February | 7:30 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 14m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 7:44 PM | 14h 20m |
| June | 5:10 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 56m |
| July | 5:23 AM | 8:04 PM | 14h 41m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 44m |
| September | 6:18 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 6:47 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 12m |
| November | 7:21 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 02m |
| December | 7:50 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 25m |