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Sun Times in Siem Reab
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Siem Reab?
Sunrise in Siem Reab on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Siem Reab?
Sunset in Siem Reab on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:14 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Siem Reab?
Morning golden hour in Siem Reab ends at 6:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:45 PM.
How long is the day in Siem Reab?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Siem Reab there are 12 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Siem Reab?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Siem Reab at 12:02 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Siem Reab?
In Siem Reab, sunset is at 6:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:26 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh). Civil twilight ends at 6:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Siem Reab?
Twilight in Siem Reab lasts approximately 72 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 Siem Reab?
The earliest sunrise in Siem Reab in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on May 28 (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Siem Reab?
The latest sunset in Siem Reab in 2026 is at 6:28 PM on July 2 (Asia/Phnom_Penh). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Siem Reab?
After sunset at 6:14 PM in Siem Reab, civil twilight ends at 6:35 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:26 PM (Asia/Phnom_Penh).
What these times mean
Solar times in Siem Reab 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 Siem Reab
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Siem Reab on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:24 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 32m |
| February | 6:21 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 46m |
| March | 6:08 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:49 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 23m |
| May | 5:37 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 39m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 47m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 44m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 30m |
| September | 5:50 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 5:49 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 53m |
| November | 5:56 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 36m |
| December | 6:11 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 28m |