Sun Times in Jayapura
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Jayapura?
Sunrise in Jayapura on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (Pacific/Port_Moresby). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Jayapura?
Sunset in Jayapura on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:39 PM (Pacific/Port_Moresby). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Jayapura?
Morning golden hour in Jayapura ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:11 PM.
How long is the day in Jayapura?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Jayapura there are 12 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Jayapura?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Jayapura at 12:37 PM (Pacific/Port_Moresby). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Jayapura?
In Jayapura, sunset is at 6:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:48 PM (Pacific/Port_Moresby). Civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Jayapura?
Twilight in Jayapura lasts approximately 69 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 Jayapura?
The earliest sunrise in Jayapura in 2026 is at 6:14 AM on October 30 (Pacific/Port_Moresby). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Jayapura?
The latest sunset in Jayapura in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on January 30 (Pacific/Port_Moresby). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Jayapura?
After sunset at 6:39 PM in Jayapura, civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:48 PM (Pacific/Port_Moresby).
What these times mean
Solar times in Jayapura 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 Jayapura
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Jayapura on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:38 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 15m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 11m |
| March | 6:42 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 07m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 03m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 00m |
| June | 6:38 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 59m |
| July | 6:43 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 59m |
| August | 6:40 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 02m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 05m |
| October | 6:18 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 10m |
| November | 6:14 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 14m |
| December | 6:23 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 16m |
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