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Sun Times in Farakka
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Farakka?
Sunrise in Farakka on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 5:15 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Farakka?
Sunset in Farakka on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:06 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Farakka?
Morning golden hour in Farakka ends at 5:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:36 PM.
How long is the day in Farakka?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Farakka there are 12 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Farakka?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Farakka at 11:41 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Farakka?
In Farakka, sunset is at 6:06 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:26 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 6:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Farakka?
Twilight in Farakka lasts approximately 79 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 Farakka?
The earliest sunrise in Farakka in 2026 is at 4:48 AM on June 2 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Farakka?
The latest sunset in Farakka in 2026 is at 6:31 PM on June 24 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Farakka?
After sunset at 6:06 PM in Farakka, civil twilight ends at 6:30 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:26 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Farakka 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 Farakka
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Farakka on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:24 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 46m |
| February | 6:12 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 20m |
| March | 5:47 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:16 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 44m |
| May | 4:54 AM | 6:15 PM | 13h 21m |
| June | 4:48 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 40m |
| July | 4:58 AM | 6:30 PM | 13h 32m |
| August | 5:12 AM | 6:13 PM | 13h 01m |
| September | 5:24 AM | 5:42 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 5:36 AM | 5:11 PM | 11h 36m |
| November | 5:54 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 57m |
| December | 6:15 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 37m |