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Sun Times in Kolhāpur
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kolhāpur?
Sunrise in Kolhāpur on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kolhāpur?
Sunset in Kolhāpur on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:52 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kolhāpur?
Morning golden hour in Kolhāpur ends at 6:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:23 PM.
How long is the day in Kolhāpur?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Kolhāpur there are 12 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kolhāpur?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kolhāpur at 12:35 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kolhāpur?
In Kolhāpur, sunset is at 6:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:06 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kolhāpur?
Twilight in Kolhāpur lasts approximately 74 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 Kolhāpur?
The earliest sunrise in Kolhāpur in 2026 is at 5:59 AM on May 25 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kolhāpur?
The latest sunset in Kolhāpur in 2026 is at 7:10 PM on June 30 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kolhāpur?
After sunset at 6:52 PM in Kolhāpur, civil twilight ends at 7:14 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:06 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kolhāpur 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 Kolhāpur
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kolhāpur on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 14m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 36m |
| March | 6:41 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 31m |
| May | 6:02 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 55m |
| June | 5:59 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 07m |
| July | 6:08 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 02m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 41m |
| September | 6:21 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:25 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 46m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 21m |
| December | 6:53 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 09m |