Sunrise Time in Ranchi Today & Tomorrow

Sunrise in Ranchi marks the point when daylight first appears and gradually spreads across the city’s buildings, roads, and nearby landscapes. This natural transition from night to day influences how people begin their daily routines, including commuting, exercise, and ou...

See today's sunrise at 05:40 AM, and feel a new beginning brought about by the city's distinct pace.

What Time is Sunrise in Ranchi

Sunrise in Ranchi marks the moment when the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, bringing the first natural light of the day. Today, sunrise occurs at approximately 05:40 AM, gradually brightening the sky and surrounding landscape. Sunrise timing changes each day slightly due to Earth’s rotation and its orbit around the sun. During different seasons, the sun rises earlier or later, affecting the length of daylight hours. Many residents track sunrise time to plan morning activities such as walking, exercise, photography, or travel. Observing sunrise also provides a peaceful start to the day as the sky shifts from deep blue tones to warmer colours.

Knowing the sunrise time in Ranchi helps people organise morning schedules and follow natural daylight patterns.

Daylight

05:40 AM – 06:04 PM

12 hours, 24 minutes

Current Time:	02 Apr 2026, 07:00 AM
Sun Direction:	106.05° ESE↑
Sun Altitude:	17.42°
Sun Distance:	149.51 million km
Next Equinox:	23 Sep 2026
Sunrise Today:	05:40 AM↑ 85° East
Sunset Today:	06:04 PM↑ 275° West

Today & Tomorrow Sunrise Time in Ranchi

Sunrise timing in Ranchi changes gradually from day to day as Earth continues its yearly journey around the sun. Today, sunrise occurs at approximately 5:40 AM, bringing the first daylight to the city and signalling the start of daily activity. Tomorrow, sunrise will occur at around 5:39 AM, which may be slightly earlier or later depending on the season. These small daily adjustments become more noticeable over weeks and months as daylight hours shift. People often follow sunrise timing to plan outdoor exercise, commuting schedules, photography, or morning routines. Tracking both today and tomorrow’s sunrise helps residents understand the natural rhythm of daylight changes.

Staying updated with sunrise timing in Ranchi ensures better planning for early morning activities and daily schedules.

Today – Thursday, April 2, 2026

Today in Ranchi, the sun rises at approximately 5:40 AM, marking the beginning of a new day. As sunrise approaches, the sky gradually brightens from soft blue shades to warm tones of orange and gold. This natural transition brings daylight to streets, buildings, and surrounding landscapes across the city. Many people use this time to begin their morning routines, including exercise, meditation, commuting, or photography. The appearance of sunrise may vary slightly depending on weather conditions, such as clouds or haze in the atmosphere.

Observing today’s sunrise in Ranchi offers a calm and refreshing start before the pace of daily life increases. Sunrise remains one of the most reliable daily events, reflecting the steady rotation of Earth.

Sunrise

5:40 AM

Dawn: 5:17 AM

Sunrise today in Ranchi sunrise was at 5:40 am (1h 19m ago).

Sunset

6:04 PM

Dusk: 6:27 PM

Sunset today in Ranchi sunset will be at 6:04 pm (in 11h 4m).

Tomorrow – Friday, April 3, 2026

Tomorrow in Ranchi, sunrise is expected to occur at approximately 5:39 AM, gradually bringing daylight across the horizon. As the sun begins to rise, the sky often displays gentle shades of pink, orange, and pale gold before the full brightness of morning appears. The exact appearance of sunrise can vary depending on weather conditions, cloud cover, and atmospheric clarity. Many residents plan early morning activities around sunrise, including walking, exercise, travel, or outdoor photography. Tracking tomorrow’s sunrise also helps people anticipate small seasonal shifts in daylight hours. Over time, these gradual changes become more noticeable across different months of the year.

Watching sunrise in Ranchi offers a calm transition from night to day and highlights the natural rhythm of Earth’s rotation.

Sunrise

5:39 AM

Dawn: 5:16 AM

Sunrise tomorrow in Ranchi sunrise will be at 5:39 am (in 22h 39m).

Sunset

6:05 PM

Dusk: 6:27 PM

Sunset tomorrow in Ranchi sunset will be at 6:05 pm (in 35h 5m).

Day Length and Twilight Details of Sunrise in Ranchi

Day length in Ranchi changes gradually throughout the year, depending on Earth’s tilt and its orbit around the sun. Today’s sunrise occurs at approximately 6:04 PM, marking the start of daylight hours for the city. Before sunrise, twilight begins when the sun is still below the horizon, but its light starts to brighten the sky. This early phase is known as dawn and creates soft lighting conditions before the sun becomes visible. Twilight is divided into civil, nautical, and astronomical stages, each representing different levels of sunlight reaching the atmosphere. These stages gradually transition the sky from darkness to full daylight.

Understanding sunrise and twilight patterns in Ranchi helps residents plan morning activities while observing seasonal changes in daylight duration.

Night

00:00 - 04:24 AM

07:20 PM - 00:00

Total: 09:03

Astronomical Twilight

04:24 AM - 04:51 AM

06:53 PM - 07:20 PM

Total: 14:29

Nautical Twilight

04:51 AM - 05:17 AM

06:27 PM - 06:53 PM

Total: 14:02

Civil Twilight

05:17 AM - 05:40 AM

06:04 PM - 06:27 PM

Total: 13:09

Daylight

05:40 AM - 06:04 PM

Total: 12 hours, 24 minutes

Solar Noon / Midnight

Solar Noon: 11:52

Solar Midnight: 23:52

Latest Update on Sunrise in Ranchi

In Ranchi, today’s sunrise was recorded at 5:40 AM. Each passing day brings a subtle change — a minute earlier or later.Check back daily for the latest timings and sunrise patterns in your city.

Thursday, April 2, 2026
Dawn broke over Ranchi at 5:41 AM, marking a new beginning.Whether you’re heading for a walk or watching the skyline brighten, it’s a beautiful start.Stay tuned for tomorrow’s sunrise details right here.

Wednesday, April 1, 2026
The first light appeared in Ranchi at 5:42 AM. As days grow longer or shorter, sunrise times gently shift with nature’s rhythm. Plan your mornings with these daily updates and enjoy the early glow.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Good morning! In Ranchi, the sun greeted the sky at 5:43 AM. It’s the perfect moment to soak in the morning calm before the day unfolds. Keep visiting for daily sunrise updates and changes in timing as the season shifts.

Monday, March 30, 2026
Rise and shine! In Ranchi, today’s sunrise was at 5:43 AM.Perfect for photographers and early risers planning the golden hour. Visit daily to see how sunrise times evolve across the week.

Sunday, March 29, 2026
Today in Ranchi, the sunrise occurred at 5:44 AM.With each sunrise, daylight inches forward or back, shaping your morning hours. Stay updated daily as we track these shifts for every city.

Saturday, March 28, 2026
The sun rose above Ranchi at 5:45 AM, lighting up a fresh day.Capture the peaceful morning hues and start the day with positivity. We update these timings daily for accurate sunrise information.

Friday, March 27, 2026
In Ranchi, today’s sunrise was recorded at 5:46 AM. Each passing day brings a subtle change — a minute earlier or later.Check back daily for the latest timings and sunrise patterns in your city.

Thursday, March 26, 2026
Dawn broke over Ranchi at 5:47 AM, marking a new beginning.Whether you’re heading for a walk or watching the skyline brighten, it’s a beautiful start.Stay tuned for tomorrow’s sunrise details right here.

Wednesday, March 25, 2026
The first light appeared in Ranchi at 5:48 AM. As days grow longer or shorter, sunrise times gently shift with nature’s rhythm. Plan your mornings with these daily updates and enjoy the early glow.

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Ranchi Sunrise Timings by Month Calendar in 2026

Sunrise timings in Ranchi shift gradually across the months of 2026 due to Earth’s movement around the sun. Today, sunrise occurs at approximately 5:40 AM, but this timing will slowly change as the seasons progress. During the summer months, sunrise generally occurs earlier in the morning, creating longer daylight hours. In winter, the sun rises later, resulting in shorter days and extended nighttime periods. A monthly sunrise calendar helps residents track these changes and anticipate how daylight patterns evolve throughout the year. Farmers, travellers, photographers, and early commuters often rely on sunrise timing for planning their daily routines.

Following the monthly sunrise schedule in Ranchi allows people to understand seasonal daylight patterns and organise morning activities accordingly.

Apr 2026 - Sun in Ranchi

Month: Year:

2026	Sun/S.set		Daylen		Ast. Twi.		Naut. Twi.		Civ. Twi.		Sol. Noon
Apr	Sunrise	Sunset	Length	Diff.	Start	End	Start	End	Start	End	Time	Mil. km
Apr	1	05:41 ↑ (85°)	18:04 ↑ (275°)	12:23:14		04:25	19:20	04:52	18:53	05:18	18:26	11:52 (71.2°)	149.476
2	05:40 ↑ (84°)	18:04 ↑ (276°)	12:24:35	+00:01	04:24	19:20	04:51	18:53	05:17	18:27	11:52 (71.6°)	149.519
3	05:39 ↑ (84°)	18:05 ↑ (276°)	12:25:55	+00:01	04:23	19:21	04:49	18:54	05:16	18:27	11:52 (72°)	149.562
4	05:38 ↑ (83°)	18:05 ↑ (277°)	12:27:16	+00:01	04:22	19:21	04:48	18:54	05:15	18:28	11:51 (72.4°)	149.605
5	05:37 ↑ (83°)	18:05 ↑ (277°)	12:28:36	+00:01	04:21	19:21	04:47	18:55	05:14	18:28	11:51 (72.8°)	149.648
6	05:36 ↑ (83°)	18:06 ↑ (278°)	12:29:55	+00:01	04:19	19:22	04:46	18:55	05:13	18:28	11:51 (73.1°)	149.691
7	05:35 ↑ (82°)	18:06 ↑ (278°)	12:31:15	+00:01	04:18	19:22	04:45	18:55	05:12	18:29	11:50 (73.5°)	149.734
8	05:34 ↑ (82°)	18:06 ↑ (278°)	12:32:34	+00:01	04:17	19:23	04:44	18:56	05:11	18:29	11:50 (73.9°)	149.777
9	05:33 ↑ (81°)	18:07 ↑ (279°)	12:33:53	+00:01	04:16	19:23	04:43	18:56	05:10	18:30	11:50 (74.3°)	149.820
10	05:32 ↑ (81°)	18:07 ↑ (279°)	12:35:13	+00:01	04:15	19:24	04:42	18:57	05:09	18:30	11:50 (74.6°)	149.862
11	05:31 ↑ (81°)	18:08 ↑ (280°)	12:36:31	+00:01	04:14	19:25	04:41	18:57	05:08	18:30	11:49 (75°)	149.905
12	05:30 ↑ (80°)	18:08 ↑ (280°)	12:37:49	+00:01	04:13	19:25	04:40	18:58	05:07	18:31	11:49 (75.4°)	149.948
13	05:29 ↑ (80°)	18:08 ↑ (280°)	12:39:07	+00:01	04:12	19:26	04:39	18:58	05:06	18:31	11:49 (75.7°)	149.990
14	05:28 ↑ (79°)	18:09 ↑ (281°)	12:40:25	+00:01	04:11	19:26	04:38	18:59	05:05	18:32	11:49 (76.1°)	150.032
15	05:28 ↑ (79°)	18:09 ↑ (281°)	12:41:42	+00:01	04:10	19:27	04:37	18:59	05:05	18:32	11:48 (76.4°)	150.074
16	05:27 ↑ (79°)	18:10 ↑ (282°)	12:42:59	+00:01	04:09	19:27	04:37	19:00	05:04	18:33	11:48 (76.8°)	150.116
17	05:26 ↑ (78°)	18:10 ↑ (282°)	12:44:15	+00:01	04:08	19:28	04:36	19:00	05:03	18:33	11:48 (77.2°)	150.158
18	05:25 ↑ (78°)	18:10 ↑ (282°)	12:45:31	+00:01	04:07	19:28	04:35	19:01	05:02	18:33	11:48 (77.5°)	150.200
19	05:24 ↑ (77°)	18:11 ↑ (283°)	12:46:47	+00:01	04:06	19:29	04:34	19:01	05:01	18:34	11:47 (77.8°)	150.241
20	05:23 ↑ (77°)	18:11 ↑ (283°)	12:48:02	+00:01	04:05	19:30	04:33	19:02	05:00	18:34	11:47 (78.2°)	150.283
21	05:22 ↑ (77°)	18:12 ↑ (283°)	12:49:17	+00:01	04:04	19:30	04:32	19:02	04:59	18:35	11:47 (78.5°)	150.324
22	05:22 ↑ (76°)	18:12 ↑ (284°)	12:50:30	+00:01	04:03	19:31	04:31	19:03	04:58	18:35	11:47 (78.9°)	150.365
23	05:21 ↑ (76°)	18:12 ↑ (284°)	12:51:44	+00:01	04:02	19:31	04:30	19:03	04:57	18:36	11:47 (79.2°)	150.405
24	05:20 ↑ (76°)	18:13 ↑ (285°)	12:52:57	+00:01	04:01	19:32	04:29	19:04	04:57	18:36	11:46 (79.5°)	150.446
25	05:19 ↑ (75°)	18:13 ↑ (285°)	12:54:10	+00:01	04:00	19:32	04:28	19:04	04:56	18:37	11:46 (79.9°)	150.486
26	05:18 ↑ (75°)	18:14 ↑ (285°)	12:55:22	+00:01	03:59	19:33	04:27	19:05	04:55	18:37	11:46 (80.2°)	150.526
27	05:18 ↑ (75°)	18:14 ↑ (286°)	12:56:33	+00:01	03:58	19:34	04:27	19:05	04:54	18:38	11:46 (80.5°)	150.565
28	05:17 ↑ (74°)	18:15 ↑ (286°)	12:57:44	+00:01	03:57	19:34	04:26	19:06	04:53	18:38	11:46 (80.8°)	150.604
29	05:16 ↑ (74°)	18:15 ↑ (286°)	12:58:54	+00:01	03:56	19:35	04:25	19:06	04:53	18:39	11:46 (81.1°)	150.643
30	05:15 ↑ (74°)	18:16 ↑ (287°)	13:00:03	+00:01	03:55	19:36	04:24	19:07	04:52	18:39	11:46 (81.4°)	150.682

Why Sunrise Timings Change in Ranchi

Sunrise timings in Ranchi change gradually throughout the year due to Earth’s axial tilt and its orbit around the sun. Today, sunrise occurs at around 5:40 AM, but this timing will shift each day slightly. As Earth moves along its orbit, the angle at which sunlight reaches different regions changes. During the summer months, the sun appears to rise earlier and follow a longer path across the sky, creating longer days. In winter, the sun rises later and travels a shorter arc, resulting in reduced daylight hours. These natural astronomical patterns influence sunrise timing across every region of the planet.

Understanding why sunrise times change in Ranchi helps residents recognise seasonal daylight patterns and plan daily activities more effectively.

How to Check Accurate Sunrise Time in Ranchi

Accurate sunrise time in Ranchi can be checked through reliable weather services, astronomy websites, and mobile applications that calculate solar positions using geographic coordinates. Today’s sunrise occurs at approximately 5:40 AM, but the exact timing may vary slightly depending on location within the city. Many digital platforms use latitude, longitude, and atmospheric calculations to determine sunrise timing precisely. Popular sources include weather apps, astronomy databases, and navigation platforms that provide daily updates. Checking sunrise timing helps residents plan morning travel, exercise, photography, or outdoor work schedules. Farmers and early commuters often rely on this information to organise activities efficiently.

By consulting trusted sources, people in Ranchi can stay informed about daily sunrise timing and natural daylight patterns.

Significance of Sunrise in Ranchi Daily Life & Culture

Sunrise in Ranchi holds both practical and cultural importance as it marks the beginning of daily life and activity. Today’s sunrise occurs at approximately 5:40 AM, bringing the first light that signals the start of morning routines across the city. Many people begin their day with exercise, meditation, travel, or work soon after sunrise. In several traditions, the early morning light is also associated with spiritual practices, reflection, and quiet observation of nature. Photographers and nature enthusiasts often appreciate sunrise for the calm atmosphere and changing sky colours. Sunrise also plays an important role in agriculture and outdoor work schedules.

Observing sunrise in Ranchi reflects the connection between natural daylight cycles and everyday human activities.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sunrise & Sunset in Ranchi

What time is sunrise in Ranchi on 02 April 2026?

Sunrise in Ranchi on 02 April 2026 occurs at 05:40 AM. This is the moment when the upper edge of the Sun becomes visible above the horizon, marking the beginning of daylight.

How is sunrise time calculated for Ranchi?

The sunrise time for Ranchi is calculated based on the city’s latitude, longitude, elevation, and time zone, along with Earth’s rotation and orbital position on 02 April 2026.

Why does sunrise time change every day in Ranchi?

Sunrise time changes daily in Ranchi because the Earth tilts and orbits around the Sun, causing the length of daylight to vary throughout the year.

When will sunrise be earliest in Ranchi during the year?

The earliest sunrise in Ranchi typically occurs around 02 April 2026, when daylight hours are longest during the summer season.

When will sunrise be the latest in Ranchi during the year?

The latest sunrise in Ranchi usually happens around 02 April 2026, during the winter season when daylight hours are shorter.

Does daylight duration in Ranchi vary throughout the year?

Yes, daylight hours change slightly — longer during summer months and shorter during winter.

How long after sunrise does daylight fully appear in Ranchi?

In Ranchi, the Sun usually rises fully above the horizon within 2-3 minutes after 05:40 AM, depending on atmospheric conditions and local terrain.

What is the difference between sunrise and dawn in Ranchi?

Dawn in Ranchi begins before sunrise, when sunlight starts illuminating the sky. Sunrise at 05:40 AM is when the Sun itself becomes visible above the horizon.