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Sun Times in Kuantan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kuantan?
Sunrise in Kuantan on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:04 AM (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kuantan?
Sunset in Kuantan on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:18 PM (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kuantan?
Morning golden hour in Kuantan ends at 7:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:50 PM.
How long is the day in Kuantan?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Kuantan there are 12 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kuantan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kuantan at 1:11 PM (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kuantan?
In Kuantan, sunset is at 7:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:29 PM (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). Civil twilight ends at 7:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kuantan?
Twilight in Kuantan lasts approximately 71 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 Kuantan?
The earliest sunrise in Kuantan in 2026 is at 6:50 AM on October 20 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kuantan?
The latest sunset in Kuantan in 2026 is at 7:22 PM on July 11 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kuantan?
After sunset at 7:18 PM in Kuantan, civil twilight ends at 7:39 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:29 PM (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kuantan 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 Kuantan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kuantan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:18 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 56m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 00m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 7:00 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 12m |
| May | 6:54 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 17m |
| June | 6:56 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 21m |
| July | 7:03 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 19m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 14m |
| September | 6:57 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 08m |
| October | 6:51 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 02m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 57m |
| December | 7:04 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 54m |