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Sun Times in Tatau
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tatau?
Sunrise in Tatau on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Asia/Kuching). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tatau?
Sunset in Tatau on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:35 PM (Asia/Kuching). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tatau?
Morning golden hour in Tatau ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:08 PM.
How long is the day in Tatau?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Tatau there are 12 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tatau?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tatau at 12:30 PM (Asia/Kuching). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tatau?
In Tatau, sunset is at 6:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:45 PM (Asia/Kuching). Civil twilight ends at 6:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tatau?
Twilight in Tatau lasts approximately 70 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 Tatau?
The earliest sunrise in Tatau in 2026 is at 6:11 AM on October 23 (Asia/Kuching). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tatau?
The latest sunset in Tatau in 2026 is at 6:43 PM on February 8 (Asia/Kuching). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tatau?
After sunset at 6:35 PM in Tatau, civil twilight ends at 6:56 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:45 PM (Asia/Kuching).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tatau 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 Tatau
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tatau on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:38 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 58m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 02m |
| March | 6:34 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 06m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 11m |
| May | 6:17 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 15m |
| June | 6:20 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 17m |
| July | 6:26 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 16m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 13m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 08m |
| October | 6:12 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 03m |
| November | 6:13 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 59m |
| December | 6:24 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 58m |