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Sun Times in Point Pedro
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Point Pedro?
Sunrise in Point Pedro on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (Asia/Colombo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Point Pedro?
Sunset in Point Pedro on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:26 PM (Asia/Colombo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Point Pedro?
Morning golden hour in Point Pedro ends at 6:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:58 PM.
How long is the day in Point Pedro?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Point Pedro there are 12 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Point Pedro?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Point Pedro at 12:13 PM (Asia/Colombo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Point Pedro?
In Point Pedro, sunset is at 6:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:39 PM (Asia/Colombo). Civil twilight ends at 6:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Point Pedro?
Twilight in Point Pedro 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 Point Pedro?
The earliest sunrise in Point Pedro in 2026 is at 5:47 AM on May 17 (Asia/Colombo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Point Pedro?
The latest sunset in Point Pedro in 2026 is at 6:34 PM on July 5 (Asia/Colombo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Point Pedro?
After sunset at 6:26 PM in Point Pedro, civil twilight ends at 6:48 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:39 PM (Asia/Colombo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Point Pedro 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 Point Pedro
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Point Pedro on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:30 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 37m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 49m |
| March | 6:16 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 5:59 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 20m |
| May | 5:48 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 34m |
| June | 5:48 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 42m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 39m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 27m |
| September | 5:58 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 55m |
| November | 6:03 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 41m |
| December | 6:17 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 33m |