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Sun Times in Kulu
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kulu?
Sunrise in Kulu on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:47 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kulu?
Sunset in Kulu on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 7:02 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kulu?
Morning golden hour in Kulu ends at 6:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:29 PM.
How long is the day in Kulu?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Kulu there are 13 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kulu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kulu at 12:25 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kulu?
In Kulu, sunset is at 7:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:30 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kulu?
Twilight in Kulu lasts approximately 87 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 Kulu?
The earliest sunrise in Kulu in 2026 is at 5:15 AM on June 4 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kulu?
The latest sunset in Kulu in 2026 is at 7:31 PM on June 23 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kulu?
After sunset at 7:02 PM in Kulu, civil twilight ends at 7:28 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:30 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kulu 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 Kulu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kulu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 17m |
| February | 7:04 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 04m |
| March | 6:32 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 5:53 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 7:11 PM | 13h 47m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 7:28 PM | 14h 14m |
| July | 5:26 AM | 7:28 PM | 14h 03m |
| August | 5:45 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 6:05 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:24 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 6:49 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 32m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 05m |