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Sun Times in Cha-am
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cha-am?
Sunrise in Cha-am on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cha-am?
Sunset in Cha-am on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:39 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cha-am?
Morning golden hour in Cha-am ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:10 PM.
How long is the day in Cha-am?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Cha-am there are 12 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cha-am?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cha-am at 12:23 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cha-am?
In Cha-am, sunset is at 6:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:52 PM (Asia/Bangkok). Civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cha-am?
Twilight in Cha-am lasts approximately 73 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 Cha-am?
The earliest sunrise in Cha-am in 2026 is at 5:53 AM on May 21 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cha-am?
The latest sunset in Cha-am in 2026 is at 6:50 PM on July 1 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cha-am?
After sunset at 6:39 PM in Cha-am, civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:52 PM (Asia/Bangkok).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cha-am 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 Cha-am
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cha-am on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:45 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 27m |
| February | 6:42 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 44m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 25m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 43m |
| June | 5:54 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 53m |
| July | 6:01 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 49m |
| August | 6:08 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 33m |
| September | 6:09 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 6:10 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 51m |
| November | 6:18 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 32m |
| December | 6:33 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 23m |