Sun Times in Pyeongchang
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pyeongchang?
Sunrise in Pyeongchang on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 5:53 AM (Asia/Seoul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pyeongchang?
Sunset in Pyeongchang on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:01 PM (Asia/Seoul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pyeongchang?
Morning golden hour in Pyeongchang ends at 6:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:26 PM.
How long is the day in Pyeongchang?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Pyeongchang there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pyeongchang?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pyeongchang at 12:27 PM (Asia/Seoul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pyeongchang?
In Pyeongchang, sunset is at 7:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:33 PM (Asia/Seoul). Civil twilight ends at 7:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pyeongchang?
Twilight in Pyeongchang lasts approximately 92 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 Pyeongchang?
The earliest sunrise in Pyeongchang in 2026 is at 5:05 AM on June 7 (Asia/Seoul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Pyeongchang?
The latest sunset in Pyeongchang in 2026 is at 7:51 PM on June 25 (Asia/Seoul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pyeongchang?
After sunset at 7:01 PM in Pyeongchang, civil twilight ends at 7:28 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:33 PM (Asia/Seoul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pyeongchang on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:39 AM | 5:31 PM | 9h 52m |
| February | 7:16 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 49m |
| March | 6:38 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:52 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 5:17 AM | 7:28 PM | 14h 10m |
| June | 5:05 AM | 7:48 PM | 14h 44m |
| July | 5:17 AM | 7:47 PM | 14h 30m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 7:19 PM | 13h 37m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 6:33 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 7:05 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 11m |
| December | 7:33 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 36m |
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