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Sun Times in Sakon Nakhon
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sakon Nakhon?
Sunrise in Sakon Nakhon on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sakon Nakhon?
Sunset in Sakon Nakhon on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:29 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sakon Nakhon?
Morning golden hour in Sakon Nakhon ends at 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:00 PM.
How long is the day in Sakon Nakhon?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Sakon Nakhon there are 12 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sakon Nakhon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sakon Nakhon at 12:08 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sakon Nakhon?
In Sakon Nakhon, sunset is at 6:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:45 PM (Asia/Bangkok). Civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sakon Nakhon?
Twilight in Sakon Nakhon 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 Sakon Nakhon?
The earliest sunrise in Sakon Nakhon in 2026 is at 5:28 AM on May 29 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sakon Nakhon?
The latest sunset in Sakon Nakhon in 2026 is at 6:41 PM on June 28 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sakon Nakhon?
After sunset at 6:29 PM in Sakon Nakhon, civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:45 PM (Asia/Bangkok).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sakon Nakhon 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 Sakon Nakhon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sakon Nakhon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:36 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 13m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 35m |
| March | 6:11 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:47 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 31m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 56m |
| June | 5:29 AM | 6:38 PM | 13h 09m |
| July | 5:37 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 04m |
| August | 5:46 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 43m |
| September | 5:51 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 14m |
| October | 5:56 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 46m |
| November | 6:07 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 20m |
| December | 6:24 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 07m |