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Sun Times in Kharkiv
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kharkiv?
Sunrise in Kharkiv on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:42 AM (Europe/Kiev). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kharkiv?
Sunset in Kharkiv on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:29 PM (Europe/Kiev). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kharkiv?
Morning golden hour in Kharkiv ends at 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:46 PM.
How long is the day in Kharkiv?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Kharkiv there are 13 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kharkiv?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kharkiv at 12:36 PM (Europe/Kiev). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kharkiv?
In Kharkiv, sunset is at 7:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:32 PM (Europe/Kiev). Civil twilight ends at 8:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kharkiv?
Twilight in Kharkiv lasts approximately 123 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 Kharkiv?
The earliest sunrise in Kharkiv in 2026 is at 4:25 AM on June 12 (Europe/Kiev). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kharkiv?
The latest sunset in Kharkiv in 2026 is at 8:48 PM on June 22 (Europe/Kiev). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kharkiv?
After sunset at 7:29 PM in Kharkiv, civil twilight ends at 8:03 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:32 PM (Europe/Kiev).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kharkiv 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 Kharkiv
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kharkiv on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:27 AM | 4:01 PM | 8h 34m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 07m |
| March | 5:49 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 5:42 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 46m |
| May | 4:49 AM | 8:14 PM | 15h 25m |
| June | 4:25 AM | 8:45 PM | 16h 20m |
| July | 4:42 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 56m |
| August | 5:24 AM | 7:53 PM | 14h 29m |
| September | 6:10 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 6:56 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 48m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 3:51 PM | 9h 04m |
| December | 7:26 AM | 3:33 PM | 8h 07m |