Sun Times in Katunayaka
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Katunayaka?
Sunrise in Katunayaka on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (Asia/Colombo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Katunayaka?
Sunset in Katunayaka on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (Asia/Colombo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Katunayaka?
Morning golden hour in Katunayaka ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:57 PM.
How long is the day in Katunayaka?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Katunayaka there are 12 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Katunayaka?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Katunayaka at 12:15 PM (Asia/Colombo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Katunayaka?
In Katunayaka, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:37 PM (Asia/Colombo). Civil twilight ends at 6:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Katunayaka?
Twilight in Katunayaka 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 Katunayaka?
The earliest sunrise in Katunayaka in 2026 is at 5:52 AM on May 20 (Asia/Colombo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Katunayaka?
The latest sunset in Katunayaka in 2026 is at 6:31 PM on July 7 (Asia/Colombo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Katunayaka?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Katunayaka, civil twilight ends at 6:47 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:37 PM (Asia/Colombo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Katunayaka 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 Katunayaka
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Katunayaka on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:27 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 45m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 54m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 6:02 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 17m |
| May | 5:53 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 27m |
| June | 5:54 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 32m |
| July | 6:01 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 30m |
| August | 6:04 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 21m |
| September | 6:00 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 10m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 58m |
| November | 6:01 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 48m |
| December | 6:14 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 43m |
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