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Sun Times in Gwangjeok
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gwangjeok?
Sunrise in Gwangjeok on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (Asia/Seoul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gwangjeok?
Sunset in Gwangjeok on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (Asia/Seoul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gwangjeok?
Morning golden hour in Gwangjeok ends at 6:22 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:50 PM.
How long is the day in Gwangjeok?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Gwangjeok there are 13 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gwangjeok?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gwangjeok at 12:36 PM (Asia/Seoul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gwangjeok?
In Gwangjeok, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:04 PM (Asia/Seoul). Civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gwangjeok?
Twilight in Gwangjeok lasts approximately 98 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 Gwangjeok?
The earliest sunrise in Gwangjeok in 2026 is at 5:09 AM on June 8 (Asia/Seoul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gwangjeok?
The latest sunset in Gwangjeok in 2026 is at 7:58 PM on June 25 (Asia/Seoul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gwangjeok?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Gwangjeok, civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:04 PM (Asia/Seoul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gwangjeok 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 Gwangjeok
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gwangjeok on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:46 AM | 5:36 PM | 9h 50m |
| February | 7:22 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 48m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:57 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 10m |
| May | 5:22 AM | 7:34 PM | 14h 12m |
| June | 5:09 AM | 7:55 PM | 14h 46m |
| July | 5:21 AM | 7:54 PM | 14h 32m |
| August | 5:47 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 38m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 6:40 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 15m |
| November | 7:11 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 09m |
| December | 7:40 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 34m |