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Sun Times in Pune
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pune?
Sunrise in Pune on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pune?
Sunset in Pune on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:59 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pune?
Morning golden hour in Pune ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:30 PM.
How long is the day in Pune?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Pune there are 12 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pune?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pune at 12:38 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pune?
In Pune, sunset is at 6:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:15 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pune?
Twilight in Pune lasts approximately 76 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 Pune?
The earliest sunrise in Pune in 2026 is at 5:57 AM on May 27 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Pune?
The latest sunset in Pune in 2026 is at 7:15 PM on June 29 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pune?
After sunset at 6:59 PM in Pune, civil twilight ends at 7:22 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:15 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pune 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 Pune
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pune on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:09 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 08m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 33m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:18 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 34m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 00m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 14m |
| July | 6:06 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 08m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 46m |
| September | 6:22 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:28 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 44m |
| November | 6:41 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 16m |
| December | 6:58 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 02m |