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Sun Times in Ho Chi Minh City
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ho Chi Minh City?
Sunrise in Ho Chi Minh City on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 5:43 AM (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ho Chi Minh City?
Sunset in Ho Chi Minh City on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:03 PM (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ho Chi Minh City?
Morning golden hour in Ho Chi Minh City ends at 6:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:35 PM.
How long is the day in Ho Chi Minh City?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Ho Chi Minh City there are 12 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ho Chi Minh City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ho Chi Minh City at 11:53 AM (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ho Chi Minh City?
In Ho Chi Minh City, sunset is at 6:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:14 PM (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh). Civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ho Chi Minh City?
Twilight in Ho Chi Minh City lasts approximately 71 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 Ho Chi Minh City?
The earliest sunrise in Ho Chi Minh City in 2026 is at 5:29 AM on May 26 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ho Chi Minh City?
The latest sunset in Ho Chi Minh City in 2026 is at 6:20 PM on July 3 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ho Chi Minh City?
After sunset at 6:03 PM in Ho Chi Minh City, civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:14 PM (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ho Chi Minh City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:16 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 34m |
| February | 6:14 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 47m |
| March | 6:00 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:42 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 22m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 37m |
| June | 5:31 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 45m |
| July | 5:38 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 42m |
| August | 5:43 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 29m |
| September | 5:43 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 5:42 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 54m |
| November | 5:49 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 38m |
| December | 6:03 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 30m |