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Sun Times in Sampalan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sampalan?
Sunrise in Sampalan on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Asia/Makassar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sampalan?
Sunset in Sampalan on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:16 PM (Asia/Makassar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sampalan?
Morning golden hour in Sampalan ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:48 PM.
How long is the day in Sampalan?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Sampalan there are 11 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sampalan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sampalan at 12:21 PM (Asia/Makassar). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sampalan?
In Sampalan, sunset is at 6:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:27 PM (Asia/Makassar). Civil twilight ends at 6:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sampalan?
Twilight in Sampalan 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 Sampalan?
The earliest sunrise in Sampalan in 2026 is at 5:47 AM on November 6 (Asia/Makassar). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sampalan?
The latest sunset in Sampalan in 2026 is at 6:45 PM on January 20 (Asia/Makassar). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sampalan?
After sunset at 6:16 PM in Sampalan, civil twilight ends at 6:38 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:27 PM (Asia/Makassar).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sampalan 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 Sampalan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sampalan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:09 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 34m |
| February | 6:20 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 23m |
| March | 6:22 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 55m |
| May | 6:22 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 43m |
| June | 6:29 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 37m |
| July | 6:33 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 40m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 49m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 03m |
| October | 5:55 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 17m |
| November | 5:47 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 31m |
| December | 5:53 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 38m |