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Sun Times in Medinīpur
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Medinīpur?
Sunrise in Medinīpur on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:21 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Medinīpur?
Sunset in Medinīpur on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:03 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Medinīpur?
Morning golden hour in Medinīpur ends at 5:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:33 PM.
How long is the day in Medinīpur?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Medinīpur there are 12 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Medinīpur?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Medinīpur at 11:42 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Medinīpur?
In Medinīpur, sunset is at 6:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:20 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 6:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Medinīpur?
Twilight in Medinīpur lasts approximately 77 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 Medinīpur?
The earliest sunrise in Medinīpur in 2026 is at 4:55 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 Medinīpur?
The latest sunset in Medinīpur in 2026 is at 6:29 PM on June 30 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Medinīpur?
After sunset at 6:03 PM in Medinīpur, civil twilight ends at 6:26 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:20 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Medinīpur 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 Medinīpur
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Medinīpur on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:22 AM | 5:17 PM | 10h 55m |
| February | 6:12 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 25m |
| March | 5:49 AM | 5:49 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:21 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 40m |
| May | 5:00 AM | 6:13 PM | 13h 13m |
| June | 4:56 AM | 6:26 PM | 13h 30m |
| July | 5:05 AM | 6:28 PM | 13h 23m |
| August | 5:17 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 55m |
| September | 5:27 AM | 5:44 PM | 12h 17m |
| October | 5:36 AM | 5:15 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 5:53 AM | 4:57 PM | 11h 04m |
| December | 6:12 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 46m |