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Sun Times in Mathura
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mathura?
Sunrise in Mathura on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:55 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mathura?
Sunset in Mathura on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:45 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mathura?
Morning golden hour in Mathura ends at 6:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:14 PM.
How long is the day in Mathura?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Mathura there are 12 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mathura?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mathura at 12:20 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mathura?
In Mathura, sunset is at 6:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:06 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mathura?
Twilight in Mathura lasts approximately 81 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 Mathura?
The earliest sunrise in Mathura in 2026 is at 5:23 AM on June 3 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mathura?
The latest sunset in Mathura in 2026 is at 7:18 PM on June 24 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mathura?
After sunset at 6:45 PM in Mathura, civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:06 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mathura 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 Mathura
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mathura on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:10 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 36m |
| February | 6:56 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 14m |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:55 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 49m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 30m |
| June | 5:23 AM | 7:15 PM | 13h 52m |
| July | 5:33 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 43m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 07m |
| September | 6:04 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 6:19 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 32m |
| November | 6:39 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 48m |
| December | 7:01 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 25m |