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Sun Times in Payas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Payas?
Sunrise in Payas on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:55 AM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Payas?
Sunset in Payas on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 7:21 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Payas?
Morning golden hour in Payas ends at 6:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:46 PM.
How long is the day in Payas?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Payas there are 13 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Payas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Payas at 12:38 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Payas?
In Payas, sunset is at 7:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:55 PM (Europe/Istanbul). Civil twilight ends at 7:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Payas?
Twilight in Payas lasts approximately 94 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 Payas?
The earliest sunrise in Payas in 2026 is at 5:15 AM on June 9 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Payas?
The latest sunset in Payas in 2026 is at 7:58 PM on June 25 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Payas?
After sunset at 7:21 PM in Payas, civil twilight ends at 7:48 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:55 PM (Europe/Istanbul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Payas 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 Payas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Payas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:46 AM | 5:42 PM | 9h 56m |
| February | 7:23 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 52m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 08m |
| May | 5:27 AM | 7:35 PM | 14h 08m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 7:55 PM | 14h 40m |
| July | 5:27 AM | 7:54 PM | 14h 26m |
| August | 5:52 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 34m |
| September | 6:17 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 6:42 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 17m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 13m |
| December | 7:40 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 40m |