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Sun Times in Kötek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kötek?
Sunrise in Kötek on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:22 AM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kötek?
Sunset in Kötek on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:59 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kötek?
Morning golden hour in Kötek ends at 5:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:22 PM.
How long is the day in Kötek?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Kötek there are 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kötek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kötek at 12:11 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kötek?
In Kötek, sunset is at 6:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:40 PM (Europe/Istanbul). Civil twilight ends at 7:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kötek?
Twilight in Kötek lasts approximately 100 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 Kötek?
The earliest sunrise in Kötek in 2026 is at 4:37 AM on June 12 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kötek?
The latest sunset in Kötek in 2026 is at 7:41 PM on June 21 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kötek?
After sunset at 6:59 PM in Kötek, civil twilight ends at 7:28 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:40 PM (Europe/Istanbul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kötek 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 Kötek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kötek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 38m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 6:19 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:30 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 16m |
| May | 4:52 AM | 7:16 PM | 14h 24m |
| June | 4:37 AM | 7:39 PM | 15h 01m |
| July | 4:50 AM | 7:36 PM | 14h 46m |
| August | 5:19 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 46m |
| September | 5:48 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 6:18 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 10m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 4:51 PM | 9h 58m |
| December | 7:23 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 20m |