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Sun Times in Wŏnsan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wŏnsan?
Sunrise in Wŏnsan on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:53 AM (Asia/Pyongyang). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wŏnsan?
Sunset in Wŏnsan on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:10 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wŏnsan?
Morning golden hour in Wŏnsan ends at 6:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:34 PM.
How long is the day in Wŏnsan?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Wŏnsan there are 13 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wŏnsan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wŏnsan at 12:32 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Wŏnsan?
In Wŏnsan, sunset is at 7:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:46 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). Civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wŏnsan?
Twilight in Wŏnsan lasts approximately 96 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 Wŏnsan?
The earliest sunrise in Wŏnsan in 2026 is at 5:03 AM on June 9 (Asia/Pyongyang). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Wŏnsan?
The latest sunset in Wŏnsan in 2026 is at 8:00 PM on June 23 (Asia/Pyongyang). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wŏnsan?
After sunset at 7:10 PM in Wŏnsan, civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:46 PM (Asia/Pyongyang).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wŏnsan 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 Wŏnsan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wŏnsan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:48 AM | 5:31 PM | 9h 43m |
| February | 7:22 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 6:42 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 5:54 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:17 AM | 7:36 PM | 14h 19m |
| June | 5:03 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 54m |
| July | 5:16 AM | 7:55 PM | 14h 40m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 43m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 6:39 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 03m |
| December | 7:42 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 26m |