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Sun Times in Wat Arun
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wat Arun?
Sunrise in Wat Arun on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:05 AM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wat Arun?
Sunset in Wat Arun on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:37 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wat Arun?
Morning golden hour in Wat Arun ends at 6:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:08 PM.
How long is the day in Wat Arun?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Wat Arun there are 12 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wat Arun?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wat Arun at 12:21 PM (Asia/Bangkok). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Wat Arun?
In Wat Arun, sunset is at 6:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:50 PM (Asia/Bangkok). Civil twilight ends at 6:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wat Arun?
Twilight in Wat Arun lasts approximately 73 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 Wat Arun?
The earliest sunrise in Wat Arun in 2026 is at 5:49 AM on May 24 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Wat Arun?
The latest sunset in Wat Arun in 2026 is at 6:50 PM on July 6 (Asia/Bangkok). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wat Arun?
After sunset at 6:37 PM in Wat Arun, civil twilight ends at 6:59 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:50 PM (Asia/Bangkok).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wat Arun 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 Wat Arun
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wat Arun on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:45 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 24m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 42m |
| March | 6:25 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:05 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 26m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 46m |
| June | 5:50 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 56m |
| July | 5:58 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 52m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 35m |
| September | 6:06 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 6:08 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 50m |
| November | 6:17 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 30m |
| December | 6:33 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 19m |