Sun Times in Jaffna
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Jaffna?
Sunrise in Jaffna on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (Asia/Colombo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Jaffna?
Sunset in Jaffna on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:27 PM (Asia/Colombo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Jaffna?
Morning golden hour in Jaffna ends at 6:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:59 PM.
How long is the day in Jaffna?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Jaffna there are 12 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Jaffna?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Jaffna at 12:14 PM (Asia/Colombo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Jaffna?
In Jaffna, sunset is at 6:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:40 PM (Asia/Colombo). Civil twilight ends at 6:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Jaffna?
Twilight in Jaffna lasts approximately 72 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 Jaffna?
The earliest sunrise in Jaffna in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on May 18 (Asia/Colombo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Jaffna?
The latest sunset in Jaffna in 2026 is at 6:35 PM on July 10 (Asia/Colombo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Jaffna?
After sunset at 6:27 PM in Jaffna, civil twilight ends at 6:49 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:40 PM (Asia/Colombo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Jaffna 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 Jaffna
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Jaffna on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:30 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 37m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 49m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 20m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 34m |
| June | 5:49 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 41m |
| July | 5:56 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 38m |
| August | 6:01 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 26m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 5:58 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 55m |
| November | 6:03 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 41m |
| December | 6:17 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 34m |
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