Sun Times in Leh
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Leh?
Sunrise in Leh on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:43 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Leh?
Sunset in Leh on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:02 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Leh?
Morning golden hour in Leh ends at 6:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:28 PM.
How long is the day in Leh?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Leh there are 13 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Leh?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Leh at 12:23 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Leh?
In Leh, sunset is at 7:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:32 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Leh?
Twilight in Leh lasts approximately 90 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 Leh?
The earliest sunrise in Leh in 2026 is at 5:07 AM on June 6 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Leh?
The latest sunset in Leh in 2026 is at 7:35 PM on June 24 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Leh?
After sunset at 7:02 PM in Leh, 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 8:32 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Leh 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 Leh
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Leh on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 08m |
| February | 7:04 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 58m |
| March | 6:30 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:49 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 02m |
| May | 5:18 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 56m |
| June | 5:07 AM | 7:32 PM | 14h 25m |
| July | 5:18 AM | 7:32 PM | 14h 13m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 26m |
| September | 6:02 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 24m |
| October | 6:24 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 21m |
| November | 6:52 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 24m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 54m |
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