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Sun Times in Malatya
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Malatya?
Sunrise in Malatya on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Malatya?
Sunset in Malatya on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:05 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Malatya?
Morning golden hour in Malatya ends at 6:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:30 PM.
How long is the day in Malatya?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Malatya there are 13 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Malatya?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Malatya at 12:28 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Malatya?
In Malatya, sunset is at 7:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:40 PM (Europe/Istanbul). Civil twilight ends at 7:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Malatya?
Twilight in Malatya lasts approximately 94 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 Malatya?
The earliest sunrise in Malatya in 2026 is at 5:02 AM on June 9 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Malatya?
The latest sunset in Malatya in 2026 is at 7:54 PM on June 23 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Malatya?
After sunset at 7:05 PM in Malatya, civil twilight ends at 7:33 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:40 PM (Europe/Istanbul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Malatya 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 Malatya
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Malatya on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:42 AM | 5:30 PM | 9h 48m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 6:38 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:51 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 12m |
| May | 5:15 AM | 7:30 PM | 14h 15m |
| June | 5:02 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 50m |
| July | 5:15 AM | 7:50 PM | 14h 35m |
| August | 5:41 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 6:35 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 7:07 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 06m |
| December | 7:36 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 31m |