Sun Times in Kanpur
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kanpur?
Sunrise in Kanpur on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 5:44 AM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kanpur?
Sunset in Kanpur on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:36 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kanpur?
Morning golden hour in Kanpur ends at 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:05 PM.
How long is the day in Kanpur?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Kanpur there are 12 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kanpur?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kanpur at 12:11 PM (Asia/Kolkata). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kanpur?
In Kanpur, sunset is at 6:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:57 PM (Asia/Kolkata). Civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kanpur?
Twilight in Kanpur lasts approximately 80 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 Kanpur?
The earliest sunrise in Kanpur in 2026 is at 5:15 AM on June 1 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kanpur?
The latest sunset in Kanpur in 2026 is at 7:05 PM on June 24 (Asia/Kolkata). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kanpur?
After sunset at 6:36 PM in Kanpur, civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:57 PM (Asia/Kolkata).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kanpur 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 Kanpur
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kanpur on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:58 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 40m |
| February | 6:44 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 16m |
| March | 6:18 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 5:45 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 47m |
| May | 5:21 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 26m |
| June | 5:15 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 48m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 39m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 05m |
| September | 5:54 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 19m |
| October | 6:07 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 33m |
| November | 6:27 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 51m |
| December | 6:48 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 30m |
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