Sun Times in Gorakhpur
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gorakhpur?
Sunrise in Gorakhpur on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gorakhpur?
Sunset in Gorakhpur on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:58 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gorakhpur?
Morning golden hour in Gorakhpur ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:26 PM.
How long is the day in Gorakhpur?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Gorakhpur there are 12 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gorakhpur?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gorakhpur at 12:29 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gorakhpur?
In Gorakhpur, sunset is at 6:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:21 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gorakhpur?
Twilight in Gorakhpur lasts approximately 83 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 Gorakhpur?
The earliest sunrise in Gorakhpur in 2026 is at 5:26 AM on June 9 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gorakhpur?
The latest sunset in Gorakhpur in 2026 is at 7:31 PM on June 27 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gorakhpur?
After sunset at 6:58 PM in Gorakhpur, civil twilight ends at 7:23 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:21 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gorakhpur 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 Gorakhpur
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gorakhpur on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 28m |
| February | 7:06 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 10m |
| March | 6:37 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 52m |
| May | 5:35 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 37m |
| June | 5:27 AM | 7:28 PM | 14h 01m |
| July | 5:37 AM | 7:28 PM | 13h 51m |
| August | 5:55 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 13m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 21m |
| October | 6:28 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 41m |
| December | 7:14 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 16m |
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