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Sun Times in Selong
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Selong?
Sunrise in Selong on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (Asia/Makassar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Selong?
Sunset in Selong on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:13 PM (Asia/Makassar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Selong?
Morning golden hour in Selong ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:44 PM.
How long is the day in Selong?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Selong there are 11 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Selong?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Selong at 12:17 PM (Asia/Makassar). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Selong?
In Selong, sunset is at 6:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:24 PM (Asia/Makassar). Civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Selong?
Twilight in Selong 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 Selong?
The earliest sunrise in Selong in 2026 is at 5:43 AM on November 7 (Asia/Makassar). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Selong?
The latest sunset in Selong in 2026 is at 6:41 PM on January 19 (Asia/Makassar). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Selong?
After sunset at 6:13 PM in Selong, civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:24 PM (Asia/Makassar).
What these times mean
Solar times in Selong 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 Selong
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Selong on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:05 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 34m |
| February | 6:16 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 23m |
| March | 6:18 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 55m |
| May | 6:18 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 43m |
| June | 6:25 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 37m |
| July | 6:30 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 40m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 49m |
| September | 6:07 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 03m |
| October | 5:51 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 17m |
| November | 5:43 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 31m |
| December | 5:50 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 38m |