Sun Times in Rānikhet
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rānikhet?
Sunrise in Rānikhet on Sunday, September 13, 2026 is at 5:55 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rānikhet?
Sunset in Rānikhet on Sunday, September 13, 2026 is at 6:20 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rānikhet?
Morning golden hour in Rānikhet ends at 6:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:48 PM.
How long is the day in Rānikhet?
On Sunday, September 13, 2026 in Rānikhet there are 12 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rānikhet?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rānikhet at 12:08 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rānikhet?
In Rānikhet, sunset is at 6:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:40 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rānikhet?
Twilight in Rānikhet lasts approximately 80 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 Rānikhet?
The earliest sunrise in Rānikhet in 2026 is at 5:11 AM on June 4 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rānikhet?
The latest sunset in Rānikhet in 2026 is at 7:16 PM on June 24 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rānikhet?
After sunset at 6:20 PM in Rānikhet, civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:40 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rānikhet 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 Rānikhet
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rānikhet on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:08 AM | 5:35 PM | 10h 27m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 09m |
| March | 6:22 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 5:46 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 53m |
| May | 5:19 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 38m |
| June | 5:11 AM | 7:13 PM | 14h 02m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 52m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 6:53 PM | 13h 13m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 6:13 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 28m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 41m |
| December | 6:59 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 15m |
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