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Sun Times in Ust-Maya
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ust-Maya?
Sunrise in Ust-Maya on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 4:30 AM (Asia/Khandyga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ust-Maya?
Sunset in Ust-Maya on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 7:37 PM (Asia/Khandyga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ust-Maya?
Morning golden hour in Ust-Maya ends at 5:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:38 PM.
How long is the day in Ust-Maya?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Ust-Maya there are 15 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ust-Maya?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ust-Maya at 12:04 PM (Asia/Khandyga). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ust-Maya?
In Ust-Maya, sunset is at 7:37 PM and civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM (Asia/Khandyga). At this time of year the sky never reaches full darkness (astronomical dusk) — a faint twilight glow lingers all night.
How long does twilight last in Ust-Maya?
At this time of year, twilight in Ust-Maya lasts all night: the sun never drops far enough below the horizon for full darkness (astronomical dusk) to occur.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Ust-Maya?
The earliest sunrise in Ust-Maya in 2026 is at 2:32 AM on June 17 (Asia/Khandyga). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ust-Maya?
The latest sunset in Ust-Maya in 2026 is at 9:34 PM on June 20 (Asia/Khandyga). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ust-Maya?
After sunset at 7:37 PM in Ust-Maya, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 49 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. At this time of year the sky never becomes fully dark: astronomical twilight lasts until morning.
What these times mean
Solar times in Ust-Maya 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-Maya
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ust-Maya on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:53 AM | 3:29 PM | 6h 36m |
| February | 7:42 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 08m |
| March | 6:20 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 43m |
| April | 4:45 AM | 7:20 PM | 14h 35m |
| May | 3:22 AM | 8:35 PM | 17h 14m |
| June | 2:33 AM | 9:31 PM | 18h 58m |
| July | 3:00 AM | 9:13 PM | 18h 13m |
| August | 4:13 AM | 7:58 PM | 15h 45m |
| September | 5:28 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 57m |
| October | 6:41 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 12m |
| November | 8:01 AM | 3:30 PM | 7h 29m |
| December | 9:02 AM | 2:50 PM | 5h 48m |