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Sun Times in Chiang Muan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chiang Muan?
Sunrise in Chiang Muan on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chiang Muan?
Sunset in Chiang Muan on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:37 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chiang Muan?
Morning golden hour in Chiang Muan ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:08 PM.
How long is the day in Chiang Muan?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Chiang Muan there are 12 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chiang Muan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chiang Muan at 12:20 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chiang Muan?
In Chiang Muan, sunset is at 6:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:52 PM (Asia/Bangkok). Civil twilight ends at 6:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chiang Muan?
Twilight in Chiang Muan lasts approximately 75 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 Chiang Muan?
The earliest sunrise in Chiang Muan in 2026 is at 5:40 AM on May 31 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chiang Muan?
The latest sunset in Chiang Muan in 2026 is at 7:00 PM on June 30 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chiang Muan?
After sunset at 6:37 PM in Chiang Muan, civil twilight ends at 6:59 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 Chiang Muan 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 Chiang Muan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chiang Muan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:54 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 07m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 32m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 34m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 01m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 16m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 10m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 46m |
| September | 6:06 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:12 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 44m |
| November | 6:25 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 15m |
| December | 6:43 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 00m |