Sun Times in Puttalam
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Puttalam?
Sunrise in Puttalam on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:03 AM (Asia/Colombo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Puttalam?
Sunset in Puttalam on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (Asia/Colombo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Puttalam?
Morning golden hour in Puttalam ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:56 PM.
How long is the day in Puttalam?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Puttalam there are 12 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Puttalam?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Puttalam at 12:14 PM (Asia/Colombo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Puttalam?
In Puttalam, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:36 PM (Asia/Colombo). Civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Puttalam?
Twilight in Puttalam 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 Puttalam?
The earliest sunrise in Puttalam in 2026 is at 5:51 AM on May 19 (Asia/Colombo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Puttalam?
The latest sunset in Puttalam in 2026 is at 6:33 PM on July 11 (Asia/Colombo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Puttalam?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Puttalam, civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:36 PM (Asia/Colombo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Puttalam 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 Puttalam
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Puttalam on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:28 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 42m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 52m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 18m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 29m |
| June | 5:53 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 35m |
| July | 6:00 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 33m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 23m |
| September | 6:00 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 10m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 57m |
| November | 6:02 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 46m |
| December | 6:15 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 40m |
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