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Sun Times in Mahābaleshwar
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mahābaleshwar?
Sunrise in Mahābaleshwar on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mahābaleshwar?
Sunset in Mahābaleshwar on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:01 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mahābaleshwar?
Morning golden hour in Mahābaleshwar ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:32 PM.
How long is the day in Mahābaleshwar?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Mahābaleshwar there are 12 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mahābaleshwar?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mahābaleshwar at 12:40 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mahābaleshwar?
In Mahābaleshwar, sunset is at 7:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:17 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mahābaleshwar?
Twilight in Mahābaleshwar lasts approximately 76 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 Mahābaleshwar?
The earliest sunrise in Mahābaleshwar in 2026 is at 6:00 AM on June 1 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mahābaleshwar?
The latest sunset in Mahābaleshwar in 2026 is at 7:15 PM on June 30 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mahābaleshwar?
After sunset at 7:01 PM in Mahābaleshwar, civil twilight ends at 7:24 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:17 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mahābaleshwar 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 Mahābaleshwar
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mahābaleshwar on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 12m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 35m |
| March | 6:44 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 32m |
| May | 6:04 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 57m |
| June | 6:01 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 11m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 05m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 43m |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 6:29 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 45m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 19m |
| December | 6:58 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 05m |