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Sun Times in Kangdong-ŭp
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kangdong-ŭp?
Sunrise in Kangdong-ŭp on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:52 AM (Asia/Pyongyang). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kangdong-ŭp?
Sunset in Kangdong-ŭp on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kangdong-ŭp?
Morning golden hour in Kangdong-ŭp ends at 6:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:49 PM.
How long is the day in Kangdong-ŭp?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Kangdong-ŭp there are 13 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kangdong-ŭp?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kangdong-ŭp at 12:39 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kangdong-ŭp?
In Kangdong-ŭp, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:04 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). Civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kangdong-ŭp?
Twilight in Kangdong-ŭp lasts approximately 98 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 Kangdong-ŭp?
The earliest sunrise in Kangdong-ŭp in 2026 is at 5:08 AM on June 13 (Asia/Pyongyang). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kangdong-ŭp?
The latest sunset in Kangdong-ŭp in 2026 is at 8:05 PM on June 21 (Asia/Pyongyang). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kangdong-ŭp?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Kangdong-ŭp, civil twilight ends at 7:54 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:04 PM (Asia/Pyongyang).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kangdong-ŭp 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 Kangdong-ŭp
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kangdong-ŭp on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:53 AM | 5:36 PM | 9h 43m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 6:12 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 5:59 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:22 AM | 7:41 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:08 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 54m |
| July | 5:21 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 40m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 43m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 6:44 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 7:18 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:47 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 26m |