Sun Times in Kōttayam
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kōttayam?
Sunrise in Kōttayam on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kōttayam?
Sunset in Kōttayam on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:43 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kōttayam?
Morning golden hour in Kōttayam ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:15 PM.
How long is the day in Kōttayam?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Kōttayam there are 12 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kōttayam?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kōttayam at 12:30 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kōttayam?
In Kōttayam, sunset is at 6:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:55 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kōttayam?
Twilight in Kōttayam 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 Kōttayam?
The earliest sunrise in Kōttayam in 2026 is at 6:02 AM on May 23 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kōttayam?
The latest sunset in Kōttayam in 2026 is at 6:56 PM on July 2 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kōttayam?
After sunset at 6:43 PM in Kōttayam, civil twilight ends at 7:05 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:55 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kōttayam 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 Kōttayam
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kōttayam on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:51 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 30m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 45m |
| March | 6:35 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 23m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 40m |
| June | 6:03 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 49m |
| July | 6:11 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 45m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 31m |
| September | 6:17 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 6:17 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 52m |
| November | 6:24 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 35m |
| December | 6:39 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 26m |
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