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Sun Times in Manāli
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Manāli?
Sunrise in Manāli on Friday, September 11, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Manāli?
Sunset in Manāli on Friday, September 11, 2026 is at 6:34 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Manāli?
Morning golden hour in Manāli ends at 6:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:02 PM.
How long is the day in Manāli?
On Friday, September 11, 2026 in Manāli there are 12 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Manāli?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Manāli at 12:18 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Manāli?
In Manāli, sunset is at 6:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:57 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 6:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Manāli?
Twilight in Manāli lasts approximately 83 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 Manāli?
The earliest sunrise in Manāli in 2026 is at 5:14 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 Manāli?
The latest sunset in Manāli in 2026 is at 7:32 PM on June 27 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Manāli?
After sunset at 6:34 PM in Manāli, civil twilight ends at 6:59 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:57 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Manāli 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 Manāli
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Manāli on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 16m |
| February | 7:04 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 03m |
| March | 6:31 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 5:52 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 58m |
| May | 5:23 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 48m |
| June | 5:14 AM | 7:29 PM | 14h 15m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 7:29 PM | 14h 04m |
| August | 5:45 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 21m |
| September | 6:04 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:24 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 24m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 31m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 03m |