Sun Times in Defence Colony
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Defence Colony?
Sunrise in Defence Colony on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Defence Colony?
Sunset in Defence Colony on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:47 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Defence Colony?
Morning golden hour in Defence Colony ends at 6:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:15 PM.
How long is the day in Defence Colony?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Defence Colony there are 12 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Defence Colony?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Defence Colony at 12:22 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Defence Colony?
In Defence Colony, sunset is at 6:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:08 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Defence Colony?
Twilight in Defence Colony lasts approximately 82 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 Defence Colony?
The earliest sunrise in Defence Colony in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on June 6 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Defence Colony?
The latest sunset in Defence Colony in 2026 is at 7:22 PM on June 22 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Defence Colony?
After sunset at 6:47 PM in Defence Colony, civil twilight ends at 7:11 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:08 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Defence Colony 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 Defence Colony
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Defence Colony on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 31m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 12m |
| March | 6:31 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:55 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 51m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 34m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 57m |
| July | 5:33 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 48m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 10m |
| September | 6:05 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 6:21 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 30m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 44m |
| December | 7:05 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 20m |
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