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Sun Times in Dasht-e Qal‘ah
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dasht-e Qal‘ah?
Sunrise in Dasht-e Qal‘ah on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:11 AM (Asia/Kabul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dasht-e Qal‘ah?
Sunset in Dasht-e Qal‘ah on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:40 PM (Asia/Kabul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dasht-e Qal‘ah?
Morning golden hour in Dasht-e Qal‘ah ends at 5:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:05 PM.
How long is the day in Dasht-e Qal‘ah?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Dasht-e Qal‘ah there are 13 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dasht-e Qal‘ah?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dasht-e Qal‘ah at 11:56 AM (Asia/Kabul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dasht-e Qal‘ah?
In Dasht-e Qal‘ah, sunset is at 6:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:15 PM (Asia/Kabul). Civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dasht-e Qal‘ah?
Twilight in Dasht-e Qal‘ah 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 Dasht-e Qal‘ah?
The earliest sunrise in Dasht-e Qal‘ah in 2026 is at 4:31 AM on June 9 (Asia/Kabul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dasht-e Qal‘ah?
The latest sunset in Dasht-e Qal‘ah in 2026 is at 7:16 PM on June 23 (Asia/Kabul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dasht-e Qal‘ah?
After sunset at 6:40 PM in Dasht-e Qal‘ah, civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:15 PM (Asia/Kabul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dasht-e Qal‘ah 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 Dasht-e Qal‘ah
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dasht-e Qal‘ah on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:04 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 53m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 50m |
| March | 6:03 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:18 AM | 6:26 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 4:44 AM | 6:53 PM | 14h 09m |
| June | 4:31 AM | 7:13 PM | 14h 42m |
| July | 4:43 AM | 7:12 PM | 14h 28m |
| August | 5:08 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 36m |
| September | 5:34 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 5:59 AM | 5:15 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 6:30 AM | 4:42 PM | 10h 12m |
| December | 6:58 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 38m |