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Sun Times in Cotabato
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cotabato?
Sunrise in Cotabato on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:35 AM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cotabato?
Sunset in Cotabato on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:52 PM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cotabato?
Morning golden hour in Cotabato ends at 6:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:24 PM.
How long is the day in Cotabato?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Cotabato there are 12 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cotabato?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cotabato at 11:44 AM (Asia/Manila). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cotabato?
In Cotabato, sunset is at 5:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:02 PM (Asia/Manila). Civil twilight ends at 6:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cotabato?
Twilight in Cotabato lasts approximately 70 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 Cotabato?
The earliest sunrise in Cotabato in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on May 15 (Asia/Manila). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cotabato?
The latest sunset in Cotabato in 2026 is at 6:04 PM on July 12 (Asia/Manila). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cotabato?
After sunset at 5:52 PM in Cotabato, civil twilight ends at 6:13 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:02 PM (Asia/Manila).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cotabato 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 Cotabato
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cotabato on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:59 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 45m |
| February | 6:00 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 54m |
| March | 5:49 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 5:34 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 17m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 27m |
| June | 5:27 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 32m |
| July | 5:33 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 30m |
| August | 5:36 AM | 5:58 PM | 12h 21m |
| September | 5:33 AM | 5:43 PM | 12h 10m |
| October | 5:29 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 58m |
| November | 5:33 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 48m |
| December | 5:46 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 43m |