Sun Times in Phnom Penh
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Phnom Penh?
Sunrise in Phnom Penh on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Phnom Penh?
Sunset in Phnom Penh on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:13 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Phnom Penh?
Morning golden hour in Phnom Penh ends at 6:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:45 PM.
How long is the day in Phnom Penh?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Phnom Penh there are 12 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Phnom Penh?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Phnom Penh at 12:01 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Phnom Penh?
In Phnom Penh, sunset is at 6:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:25 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). Civil twilight ends at 6:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Phnom Penh?
Twilight in Phnom Penh lasts approximately 72 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 Phnom Penh?
The earliest sunrise in Phnom Penh in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on May 22 (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Phnom Penh?
The latest sunset in Phnom Penh in 2026 is at 6:28 PM on July 2 (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Phnom Penh?
After sunset at 6:13 PM in Phnom Penh, civil twilight ends at 6:35 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:25 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh).
What these times mean
Solar times in Phnom Penh 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 Phnom Penh
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Phnom Penh on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:24 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 31m |
| February | 6:21 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 46m |
| March | 6:07 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:49 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 23m |
| May | 5:37 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 39m |
| June | 5:36 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 48m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 44m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 30m |
| September | 5:49 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 5:49 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 53m |
| November | 5:56 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 36m |
| December | 6:11 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 27m |
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