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Sun Times in Shemgang
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shemgang?
Sunrise in Shemgang on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 5:32 AM (Asia/Thimphu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shemgang?
Sunset in Shemgang on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:27 PM (Asia/Thimphu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shemgang?
Morning golden hour in Shemgang ends at 6:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:56 PM.
How long is the day in Shemgang?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Shemgang there are 12 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shemgang?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shemgang at 12:00 PM (Asia/Thimphu). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shemgang?
In Shemgang, sunset is at 6:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:48 PM (Asia/Thimphu). Civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shemgang?
Twilight in Shemgang lasts approximately 81 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 Shemgang?
The earliest sunrise in Shemgang in 2026 is at 5:02 AM on June 1 (Asia/Thimphu). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shemgang?
The latest sunset in Shemgang in 2026 is at 6:56 PM on June 29 (Asia/Thimphu). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shemgang?
After sunset at 6:27 PM in Shemgang, civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:48 PM (Asia/Thimphu).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shemgang 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 Shemgang
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shemgang on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:48 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 37m |
| February | 6:34 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 15m |
| March | 6:07 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:33 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 48m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 6:38 PM | 13h 29m |
| June | 5:02 AM | 6:53 PM | 13h 51m |
| July | 5:12 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 42m |
| August | 5:28 AM | 6:35 PM | 13h 07m |
| September | 5:42 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 5:56 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 32m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 49m |
| December | 6:39 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 26m |