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Sun Times in Patra
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Patra?
Sunrise in Patra on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:15 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Patra?
Sunset in Patra on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:08 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Patra?
Morning golden hour in Patra ends at 5:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:37 PM.
How long is the day in Patra?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Patra there are 12 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Patra?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Patra at 11:41 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Patra?
In Patra, sunset is at 6:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:28 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 6:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Patra?
Twilight in Patra lasts approximately 80 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 Patra?
The earliest sunrise in Patra in 2026 is at 4:48 AM on June 1 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Patra?
The latest sunset in Patra in 2026 is at 6:32 PM on June 26 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Patra?
After sunset at 6:08 PM in Patra, civil twilight ends at 6:31 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:28 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Patra 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 Patra
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Patra on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:25 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 45m |
| February | 6:13 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 20m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:16 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 44m |
| May | 4:54 AM | 6:15 PM | 13h 21m |
| June | 4:48 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 41m |
| July | 4:58 AM | 6:30 PM | 13h 33m |
| August | 5:12 AM | 6:13 PM | 13h 01m |
| September | 5:24 AM | 5:42 PM | 12h 18m |
| October | 5:36 AM | 5:11 PM | 11h 35m |
| November | 5:54 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 56m |
| December | 6:15 AM | 4:51 PM | 10h 36m |