Sun Times in Chiang Rai
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chiang Rai?
Sunrise in Chiang Rai on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:05 AM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chiang Rai?
Sunset in Chiang Rai on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:36 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chiang Rai?
Morning golden hour in Chiang Rai ends at 6:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:06 PM.
How long is the day in Chiang Rai?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Chiang Rai there are 12 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chiang Rai?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chiang Rai 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 Rai?
In Chiang Rai, sunset is at 6:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:50 PM (Asia/Bangkok). Civil twilight ends at 6:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chiang Rai?
Twilight in Chiang Rai 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 Rai?
The earliest sunrise in Chiang Rai 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 Rai?
The latest sunset in Chiang Rai in 2026 is at 7:04 PM on July 1 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chiang Rai?
After sunset at 6:36 PM in Chiang Rai, civil twilight ends at 6:58 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:50 PM (Asia/Bangkok).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chiang Rai 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 Rai
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chiang Rai on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:58 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 04m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 30m |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 36m |
| May | 5:44 AM | 6:49 PM | 13h 04m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 20m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 13m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 49m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:15 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 42m |
| November | 6:29 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 12m |
| December | 6:47 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 56m |
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