Sun Times in New Delhi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in New Delhi?
Sunrise in New Delhi on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in New Delhi?
Sunset in New Delhi on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:52 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in New Delhi?
Morning golden hour in New Delhi ends at 6:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:20 PM.
How long is the day in New Delhi?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in New Delhi there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in New Delhi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in New Delhi at 12:23 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in New Delhi?
In New Delhi, sunset is at 6:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:15 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in New Delhi?
Twilight in New Delhi 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 New Delhi?
The earliest sunrise in New Delhi in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on June 6 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in New Delhi?
The latest sunset in New Delhi in 2026 is at 7:23 PM on June 28 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in New Delhi?
After sunset at 6:52 PM in New Delhi, civil twilight ends at 7:17 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:15 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in New Delhi 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 New Delhi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in New Delhi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 31m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 12m |
| March | 6:31 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 51m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 34m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 57m |
| July | 5:33 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 48m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 10m |
| September | 6:05 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 6:21 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 30m |
| November | 6:43 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 44m |
| December | 7:06 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 20m |
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