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Sun Times in Sittwe
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sittwe?
Sunrise in Sittwe on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (Asia/Yangon). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sittwe?
Sunset in Sittwe on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:39 PM (Asia/Yangon). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sittwe?
Morning golden hour in Sittwe ends at 6:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:09 PM.
How long is the day in Sittwe?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Sittwe there are 12 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sittwe?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sittwe at 12:20 PM (Asia/Yangon). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sittwe?
In Sittwe, sunset is at 6:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:54 PM (Asia/Yangon). Civil twilight ends at 7:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sittwe?
Twilight in Sittwe 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 Sittwe?
The earliest sunrise in Sittwe in 2026 is at 5:37 AM on June 4 (Asia/Yangon). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sittwe?
The latest sunset in Sittwe in 2026 is at 7:02 PM on June 29 (Asia/Yangon). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sittwe?
After sunset at 6:39 PM in Sittwe, civil twilight ends at 7:01 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:54 PM (Asia/Yangon).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sittwe 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 Sittwe
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sittwe on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:56 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 03m |
| February | 6:47 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 29m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 36m |
| May | 5:42 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 05m |
| June | 5:38 AM | 6:59 PM | 13h 21m |
| July | 5:47 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 14m |
| August | 5:58 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 49m |
| September | 6:05 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:13 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 42m |
| November | 6:27 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 11m |
| December | 6:45 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 55m |