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Sun Times in Upper Dir
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Upper Dir?
Sunrise in Upper Dir on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:35 AM (Asia/Karachi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Upper Dir?
Sunset in Upper Dir on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:56 PM (Asia/Karachi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Upper Dir?
Morning golden hour in Upper Dir ends at 6:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:22 PM.
How long is the day in Upper Dir?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Upper Dir there are 13 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Upper Dir?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Upper Dir at 12:16 PM (Asia/Karachi). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Upper Dir?
In Upper Dir, sunset is at 6:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:28 PM (Asia/Karachi). Civil twilight ends at 7:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Upper Dir?
Twilight in Upper Dir lasts approximately 92 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 Upper Dir?
The earliest sunrise in Upper Dir in 2026 is at 4:57 AM on June 7 (Asia/Karachi). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Upper Dir?
The latest sunset in Upper Dir in 2026 is at 7:31 PM on June 26 (Asia/Karachi). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Upper Dir?
After sunset at 6:56 PM in Upper Dir, civil twilight ends at 7:23 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:28 PM (Asia/Karachi).
What these times mean
Solar times in Upper Dir 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 Upper Dir
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Upper Dir on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 03m |
| February | 6:59 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 6:23 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 5:40 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 04m |
| May | 5:08 AM | 7:09 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 4:57 AM | 7:28 PM | 14h 31m |
| July | 5:09 AM | 7:27 PM | 14h 18m |
| August | 5:31 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 30m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 6:18 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 20m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 48m |