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Sun Times in Puttaparthi
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Puttaparthi?
Sunrise in Puttaparthi on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 is at 6:07 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Puttaparthi?
Sunset in Puttaparthi on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 is at 6:19 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Puttaparthi?
Morning golden hour in Puttaparthi ends at 6:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in Puttaparthi?
On Wednesday, September 16, 2026 in Puttaparthi there are 12 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Puttaparthi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Puttaparthi at 12:13 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Puttaparthi?
In Puttaparthi, sunset is at 6:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:30 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Puttaparthi?
Twilight in Puttaparthi 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 Puttaparthi?
The earliest sunrise in Puttaparthi in 2026 is at 5:49 AM on May 24 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Puttaparthi?
The latest sunset in Puttaparthi in 2026 is at 6:51 PM on June 30 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Puttaparthi?
After sunset at 6:19 PM in Puttaparthi, civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:30 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Puttaparthi 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 Puttaparthi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Puttaparthi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:46 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 23m |
| February | 6:42 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 41m |
| March | 6:26 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:05 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 27m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 47m |
| June | 5:50 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 58m |
| July | 5:58 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 53m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 36m |
| September | 6:07 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 6:09 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 49m |
| November | 6:18 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 29m |
| December | 6:34 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 18m |