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Sun Times in Gongju
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gongju?
Sunrise in Gongju on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (Asia/Seoul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gongju?
Sunset in Gongju on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:05 PM (Asia/Seoul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gongju?
Morning golden hour in Gongju ends at 6:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:31 PM.
How long is the day in Gongju?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Gongju there are 13 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gongju?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gongju at 12:32 PM (Asia/Seoul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gongju?
In Gongju, sunset is at 7:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:36 PM (Asia/Seoul). Civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gongju?
Twilight in Gongju lasts approximately 91 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 Gongju?
The earliest sunrise in Gongju in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on June 11 (Asia/Seoul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gongju?
The latest sunset in Gongju in 2026 is at 7:53 PM on June 22 (Asia/Seoul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gongju?
After sunset at 7:05 PM in Gongju, civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:36 PM (Asia/Seoul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gongju 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 Gongju
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gongju on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:42 AM | 5:39 PM | 9h 57m |
| February | 7:19 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 52m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:58 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 07m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 7:31 PM | 14h 06m |
| June | 5:12 AM | 7:51 PM | 14h 38m |
| July | 5:24 AM | 7:49 PM | 14h 25m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 7:22 PM | 13h 34m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 6:38 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 7:08 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 15m |
| December | 7:35 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 42m |