Sunrise and Sunset times in Chennai, India 
Chennai
Tamil Nādu
Time zone: Asia/Kolkata, UTC 5.5 h.
Latitude: 13.09, Longitude: 80.28
7 163 000 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Length of day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-Jul-01, Tuesday | 05:46:14 | 12:12:47 | 18:39:20 | 12h 53m 6s |
| 2025-Jul-02, Wednesday | 05:46:31 | 12:12:58 | 18:39:26 | 12h 52m 55s |
| 2025-Jul-03, Thursday | 05:46:47 | 12:13:09 | 18:39:32 | 12h 52m 45s |
| 2025-Jul-04, Friday | 05:47:04 | 12:13:20 | 18:39:37 | 12h 52m 33s |
| 2025-Jul-05, Saturday | 05:47:21 | 12:13:31 | 18:39:41 | 12h 52m 20s |
| 2025-Jul-06, Sunday | 05:47:38 | 12:13:41 | 18:39:44 | 12h 52m 6s |
| 2025-Jul-07, Monday | 05:47:54 | 12:13:51 | 18:39:47 | 12h 51m 53s |
| 2025-Jul-08, Tuesday | 05:48:11 | 12:14:00 | 18:39:49 | 12h 51m 38s |
| 2025-Jul-09, Wednesday | 05:48:28 | 12:14:09 | 18:39:50 | 12h 51m 22s |
| 2025-Jul-10, Thursday | 05:48:45 | 12:14:18 | 18:39:50 | 12h 51m 5s |
| 2025-Jul-11, Friday | 05:49:02 | 12:14:26 | 18:39:49 | 12h 50m 47s |
| 2025-Jul-12, Saturday | 05:49:19 | 12:14:33 | 18:39:47 | 12h 50m 28s |
| 2025-Jul-13, Sunday | 05:49:36 | 12:14:41 | 18:39:45 | 12h 50m 9s |
| 2025-Jul-14, Monday | 05:49:53 | 12:14:47 | 18:39:42 | 12h 49m 49s |
| 2025-Jul-15, Tuesday | 05:50:09 | 12:14:53 | 18:39:38 | 12h 49m 29s |
| 2025-Jul-16, Wednesday | 05:50:26 | 12:14:59 | 18:39:33 | 12h 49m 7s |
| 2025-Jul-17, Thursday | 05:50:42 | 12:15:04 | 18:39:27 | 12h 48m 45s |
| 2025-Jul-18, Friday | 05:50:58 | 12:15:09 | 18:39:20 | 12h 48m 22s |
| 2025-Jul-19, Saturday | 05:51:14 | 12:15:13 | 18:39:12 | 12h 47m 58s |
| 2025-Jul-20, Sunday | 05:51:30 | 12:15:17 | 18:39:03 | 12h 47m 33s |
| 2025-Jul-21, Monday | 05:51:46 | 12:15:20 | 18:38:54 | 12h 47m 8s |
| 2025-Jul-22, Tuesday | 05:52:01 | 12:15:22 | 18:38:43 | 12h 46m 42s |
| 2025-Jul-23, Wednesday | 05:52:16 | 12:15:24 | 18:38:32 | 12h 46m 16s |
| 2025-Jul-24, Thursday | 05:52:31 | 12:15:25 | 18:38:20 | 12h 45m 49s |
| 2025-Jul-25, Friday | 05:52:45 | 12:15:26 | 18:38:06 | 12h 45m 21s |
| 2025-Jul-26, Saturday | 05:53:00 | 12:15:26 | 18:37:52 | 12h 44m 52s |
| 2025-Jul-27, Sunday | 05:53:14 | 12:15:26 | 18:37:37 | 12h 44m 23s |
| 2025-Jul-28, Monday | 05:53:27 | 12:15:24 | 18:37:22 | 12h 43m 55s |
| 2025-Jul-29, Tuesday | 05:53:41 | 12:15:23 | 18:37:05 | 12h 43m 24s |
| 2025-Jul-30, Wednesday | 05:53:54 | 12:15:20 | 18:36:47 | 12h 42m 53s |
| 2025-Jul-31, Thursday | 05:54:06 | 12:15:17 | 18:36:29 | 12h 42m 23s |
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Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
1. What are daylight hours?
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
2. Why are days shorter in winter and longer in summer?
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
3. When is the longest day of the year?
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
4. When is the shortest day of the year?
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
5. How does latitude affect daylight hours?
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
6. Why do New York and Miami have different day lengths?
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
7. When are day and night equal?
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
How fast do days lengthen/shorten?
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
9. Where can I check daylight hours for my city?
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
10. Does daylight affect health?
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks