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Sun Times in Pekanbaru
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pekanbaru?
Sunrise in Pekanbaru on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (Asia/Jakarta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pekanbaru?
Sunset in Pekanbaru on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:22 PM (Asia/Jakarta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pekanbaru?
Morning golden hour in Pekanbaru ends at 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:54 PM.
How long is the day in Pekanbaru?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Pekanbaru there are 12 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pekanbaru?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pekanbaru at 12:18 PM (Asia/Jakarta). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pekanbaru?
In Pekanbaru, sunset is at 6:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:33 PM (Asia/Jakarta). Civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pekanbaru?
Twilight in Pekanbaru lasts approximately 71 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 Pekanbaru?
The earliest sunrise in Pekanbaru in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on October 31 (Asia/Jakarta). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Pekanbaru?
The latest sunset in Pekanbaru in 2026 is at 6:31 PM on February 5 (Asia/Jakarta). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pekanbaru?
After sunset at 6:22 PM in Pekanbaru, civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:33 PM (Asia/Jakarta).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pekanbaru 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 Pekanbaru
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pekanbaru on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:20 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 06m |
| February | 6:25 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 06m |
| March | 6:20 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 06m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 07m |
| May | 6:06 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 08m |
| June | 6:10 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 09m |
| July | 6:15 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 09m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 08m |
| September | 6:06 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 07m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 06m |
| November | 5:55 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 06m |
| December | 6:06 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 06m |