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Sun Times in Yŏnggwang-ŭp
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Yŏnggwang-ŭp?
Sunrise in Yŏnggwang-ŭp on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:43 AM (Asia/Pyongyang). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Yŏnggwang-ŭp?
Sunset in Yŏnggwang-ŭp on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:24 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Yŏnggwang-ŭp?
Morning golden hour in Yŏnggwang-ŭp ends at 6:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in Yŏnggwang-ŭp?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Yŏnggwang-ŭp there are 13 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Yŏnggwang-ŭp?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Yŏnggwang-ŭp at 12:34 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Yŏnggwang-ŭp?
In Yŏnggwang-ŭp, sunset is at 7:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:05 PM (Asia/Pyongyang). Civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Yŏnggwang-ŭp?
Twilight in Yŏnggwang-ŭp lasts approximately 101 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 Yŏnggwang-ŭp?
The earliest sunrise in Yŏnggwang-ŭp in 2026 is at 5:00 AM on June 11 (Asia/Pyongyang). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Yŏnggwang-ŭp?
The latest sunset in Yŏnggwang-ŭp in 2026 is at 8:03 PM on June 24 (Asia/Pyongyang). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Yŏnggwang-ŭp?
After sunset at 7:24 PM in Yŏnggwang-ŭp, civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:05 PM (Asia/Pyongyang).
What these times mean
Solar times in Yŏnggwang-ŭp 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 Yŏnggwang-ŭp
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Yŏnggwang-ŭp on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:50 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 38m |
| February | 7:23 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 42m |
| March | 6:42 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 5:53 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 5:15 AM | 7:38 PM | 14h 23m |
| June | 5:00 AM | 8:00 PM | 15h 00m |
| July | 5:13 AM | 7:58 PM | 14h 45m |
| August | 5:41 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 46m |
| September | 6:10 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 6:40 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:14 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 59m |
| December | 7:44 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 21m |