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Sun Times in Xam Nua
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Xam Nua?
Sunrise in Xam Nua on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:47 AM (Asia/Vientiane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Xam Nua?
Sunset in Xam Nua on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:22 PM (Asia/Vientiane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Xam Nua?
Morning golden hour in Xam Nua ends at 6:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:52 PM.
How long is the day in Xam Nua?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Xam Nua there are 12 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Xam Nua?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Xam Nua at 12:04 PM (Asia/Vientiane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Xam Nua?
In Xam Nua, sunset is at 6:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:37 PM (Asia/Vientiane). Civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Xam Nua?
Twilight in Xam Nua 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 Xam Nua?
The earliest sunrise in Xam Nua in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on June 3 (Asia/Vientiane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Xam Nua?
The latest sunset in Xam Nua in 2026 is at 6:48 PM on June 29 (Asia/Vientiane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Xam Nua?
After sunset at 6:22 PM in Xam Nua, civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:37 PM (Asia/Vientiane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Xam Nua 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 Xam Nua
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Xam Nua on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:42 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 02m |
| February | 6:33 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 29m |
| March | 6:12 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 5:45 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 37m |
| May | 5:27 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 06m |
| June | 5:23 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 22m |
| July | 5:32 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 15m |
| August | 5:43 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 50m |
| September | 5:51 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 5:58 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 42m |
| November | 6:13 AM | 5:23 PM | 11h 10m |
| December | 6:31 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 54m |