Sun Times in Palavakkam
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palavakkam?
Sunrise in Palavakkam on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Palavakkam?
Sunset in Palavakkam on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:29 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Palavakkam?
Morning golden hour in Palavakkam ends at 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:00 PM.
How long is the day in Palavakkam?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Palavakkam there are 12 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Palavakkam?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Palavakkam at 12:13 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Palavakkam?
In Palavakkam, sunset is at 6:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:42 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Palavakkam?
Twilight in Palavakkam lasts approximately 73 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 Palavakkam?
The earliest sunrise in Palavakkam in 2026 is at 5:41 AM on May 26 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Palavakkam?
The latest sunset in Palavakkam in 2026 is at 6:39 PM on June 30 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Palavakkam?
After sunset at 6:29 PM in Palavakkam, civil twilight ends at 6:50 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:42 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Palavakkam 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 Palavakkam
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Palavakkam on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:34 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 27m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 43m |
| March | 6:16 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 25m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 43m |
| June | 5:42 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 53m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 49m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 33m |
| September | 5:58 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 5:59 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 51m |
| November | 6:07 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 32m |
| December | 6:22 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 22m |
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