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Sun Times in Yoshkar-Ola
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Yoshkar-Ola?
Sunrise in Yoshkar-Ola on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 4:42 AM (Europe/Moscow). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Yoshkar-Ola?
Sunset in Yoshkar-Ola on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:55 PM (Europe/Moscow). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Yoshkar-Ola?
Morning golden hour in Yoshkar-Ola ends at 5:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:04 PM.
How long is the day in Yoshkar-Ola?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Yoshkar-Ola there are 14 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Yoshkar-Ola?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Yoshkar-Ola at 11:49 AM (Europe/Moscow). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Yoshkar-Ola?
In Yoshkar-Ola, sunset is at 6:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:31 PM (Europe/Moscow). Civil twilight ends at 7:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Yoshkar-Ola?
Twilight in Yoshkar-Ola lasts approximately 156 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 Yoshkar-Ola?
The earliest sunrise in Yoshkar-Ola in 2026 is at 2:56 AM on June 14 (Europe/Moscow). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Yoshkar-Ola?
The latest sunset in Yoshkar-Ola in 2026 is at 8:44 PM on June 22 (Europe/Moscow). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Yoshkar-Ola?
After sunset at 6:55 PM in Yoshkar-Ola, civil twilight ends at 7:36 PM — about 41 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:31 PM (Europe/Moscow).
What these times mean
Solar times in Yoshkar-Ola 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 Yoshkar-Ola
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Yoshkar-Ola on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:13 AM | 3:42 PM | 7h 29m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 4:50 PM | 9h 34m |
| March | 6:04 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 4:41 AM | 6:56 PM | 14h 15m |
| May | 3:32 AM | 7:58 PM | 16h 26m |
| June | 2:56 AM | 8:41 PM | 17h 45m |
| July | 3:18 AM | 8:29 PM | 17h 10m |
| August | 4:16 AM | 7:27 PM | 15h 11m |
| September | 5:19 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 48m |
| October | 6:20 AM | 4:47 PM | 10h 27m |
| November | 7:27 AM | 3:37 PM | 8h 10m |
| December | 8:17 AM | 3:08 PM | 6h 51m |