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Sun Times in Ust’-Kut
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ust’-Kut?
Sunrise in Ust’-Kut on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 5:38 AM (Asia/Irkutsk). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ust’-Kut?
Sunset in Ust’-Kut on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:19 PM (Asia/Irkutsk). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ust’-Kut?
Morning golden hour in Ust’-Kut ends at 6:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Ust’-Kut?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Ust’-Kut there are 14 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ust’-Kut?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ust’-Kut at 12:59 PM (Asia/Irkutsk). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ust’-Kut?
In Ust’-Kut, sunset is at 8:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:11 PM (Asia/Irkutsk). Civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ust’-Kut?
Twilight in Ust’-Kut lasts approximately 172 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 Ust’-Kut?
The earliest sunrise in Ust’-Kut in 2026 is at 4:03 AM on June 15 (Asia/Irkutsk). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ust’-Kut?
The latest sunset in Ust’-Kut in 2026 is at 9:53 PM on June 19 (Asia/Irkutsk). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ust’-Kut?
After sunset at 8:19 PM in Ust’-Kut, civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM — about 43 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:11 PM (Asia/Irkutsk).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ust’-Kut 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 Ust’-Kut
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ust’-Kut on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:23 AM | 4:49 PM | 7h 27m |
| February | 8:25 AM | 5:57 PM | 9h 32m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 5:50 AM | 8:05 PM | 14h 15m |
| May | 4:40 AM | 9:07 PM | 16h 27m |
| June | 4:03 AM | 9:51 PM | 17h 47m |
| July | 4:25 AM | 9:38 PM | 17h 13m |
| August | 5:24 AM | 8:37 PM | 15h 13m |
| September | 6:27 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 49m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 27m |
| November | 8:36 AM | 4:45 PM | 8h 09m |
| December | 9:27 AM | 4:16 PM | 6h 49m |