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Sun Times in Vang Vieng
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Vang Vieng?
Sunrise in Vang Vieng on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (Asia/Vientiane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Vang Vieng?
Sunset in Vang Vieng on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:29 PM (Asia/Vientiane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Vang Vieng?
Morning golden hour in Vang Vieng ends at 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:00 PM.
How long is the day in Vang Vieng?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Vang Vieng there are 12 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Vang Vieng?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Vang Vieng at 12:12 PM (Asia/Vientiane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Vang Vieng?
In Vang Vieng, sunset is at 6:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:44 PM (Asia/Vientiane). Civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Vang Vieng?
Twilight in Vang Vieng lasts approximately 75 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 Vang Vieng?
The earliest sunrise in Vang Vieng in 2026 is at 5:32 AM on May 27 (Asia/Vientiane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Vang Vieng?
The latest sunset in Vang Vieng in 2026 is at 6:51 PM on June 26 (Asia/Vientiane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Vang Vieng?
After sunset at 6:29 PM in Vang Vieng, civil twilight ends at 6:52 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:44 PM (Asia/Vientiane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Vang Vieng 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 Vang Vieng
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Vang Vieng on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:46 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 07m |
| February | 6:38 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 32m |
| March | 6:18 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 5:53 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 34m |
| May | 5:36 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 01m |
| June | 5:32 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 16m |
| July | 5:41 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 10m |
| August | 5:51 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 47m |
| September | 5:57 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 15m |
| October | 6:04 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 43m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 15m |
| December | 6:35 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 00m |