Sunset Time in Chennai Today & Tomorrow

The sunset time in Chennai indicates when the sun moves below the horizon and daylight gradually transitions into dusk. This moment represents the conclusion of the daily solar cycle, after which twilight begins, and the sky slowly darkens. Sunset timing does not remain c...

Witness Chennai’s sunset today at 06:33 PM to enjoy the tranquil blend of urban life and nature’s glow.

What Time is Sunset in Chennai

Sunset in Chennai marks the moment when the sun dips below the horizon, and daylight gradually fades into evening. This daily transition creates changing colours in the sky as sunlight passes through the atmosphere. Sunset time in Chennai varies slightly throughout the year due to Earth’s axial tilt and orbit around the sun. During summer months, the sun sets later, extending daylight hours, while winter sunsets occur earlier.

People often track sunset timings to plan evening walks, photography sessions, travel schedules, or outdoor gatherings. Watching the sunset also provides a calm pause at the end of the day as the city moves from daytime activity into evening routines.

Knowing the sunset time in Chennai helps residents organise daily activities and enjoy the beauty of twilight.

Daylight

05:41 – 18:33

12 hours, 51 minutes

Current Time:	04 Jun 2026, 02:35 PM
Sun Direction:	106.05° ESE↑
Sun Altitude:	53.48°
Sun Distance:	151.761 million km
Next Equinox:	23 Sep 2026
Sunrise Today:	05:41↑ 85° East
Sunset Today:	18:33↑ 275° West

Today & Tomorrow Sunset Time in Chennai

Sunset timings in Chennai shift gradually from one day to the next as Earth continues its orbit around the sun. Today, sunset occurs at approximately 6:33 PM, marking the close of daylight hours and the beginning of evening twilight. Tomorrow, sunset will occur at around 6:33 PM depending on the season and Earth’s position in its yearly cycle.These small daily changes may seem minor, but become noticeable over time. Residents often follow sunset timings to plan outdoor activities, travel, photography, or evening exercise.Tracking both today and tomorrow’s sunset times helps people understand the natural rhythm of daylight and darkness.

Staying aware of sunset schedules in Chennai ensures better planning for evening routines and outdoor events.

Today – Thursday, June 4, 2026

Today in Chennai, sunset occurs at approximately 6:33 PM, bringing daylight hours to a gentle close. As the sun approaches the horizon, the sky shifts through shades of orange, pink, and gold before fading into twilight.This moment marks the transition between daytime activity and evening calm. Many residents use this time for relaxation, walks, or enjoying the changing sky's changing colours. Sunset also signals the beginning of cooler temperatures and the gradual appearance of evening lights across neighbourhoods and streets.

Observing today’s sunset in Chennai offers a reminder of the Earth’s steady daily rhythm. Each sunset creates a unique visual experience shaped by weather conditions, atmosphere, and seasonal light patterns.

Sunrise

5:41 AM

Dawn: 5:18 AM

Today in Chennai sunrise was at 5:41 am (8h 54m ago).

Sunset

6:33 PM

Dusk: 6:56 PM

Today in Chennai sunset will be at 6:33 pm (in 3h 57m).

Tomorrow – Friday, June 5, 2026

Tomorrow in Chennai, sunset is expected to occur at approximately 6:33 PM, marking the close of another day as daylight gradually fades into evening. As the sun lowers toward the horizon, the sky may display warm shades of orange, red, and gold before twilight settles in. The exact appearance of sunset can vary depending on cloud cover, atmospheric clarity, and seasonal conditions. Many residents use sunset timing to organise evening activities such as outdoor exercise, travel plans, or photography. Tracking tomorrow’s sunset also helps people anticipate changes in daylight hours across the year.

Whether viewed from city rooftops, parks, or open landscapes, sunset in Chennai provides a peaceful transition into nighttime and reflects the natural rhythm of Earth’s daily rotation.

Sunrise

5:41 AM

Dawn: 5:18 AM

Tomorrow in Chennai sunrise will be at 5:41 am (in 15h 5m).

Sunset

6:33 PM

Dusk: 6:56 PM

Tomorrow in Chennai sunset will be at 6:33 pm (in 27h 57m).

Day Length and Twilight Details of Sunset in Chennai

Day length in Chennai changes gradually throughout the year due to Earth’s tilt and orbit around the sun. During summer months, the sun remains above the horizon longer, creating extended daylight hours and later sunsets. In winter, shorter days lead to earlier sunsets and longer nights. After sunset, twilight occurs in several stages as sunlight continues to scatter through the atmosphere even though the sun has dipped below the horizon. Civil, nautical, and astronomical twilight mark different levels of fading daylight before complete darkness arrives. These stages create soft evening light that many photographers and observers appreciate.

Understanding sunset and twilight patterns in Chennai helps residents plan evening activities, outdoor schedules, and nighttime events while remaining aware of seasonal daylight changes.

Night

00:00 - 04:23 AM

07:51 PM - 00:00

Total: 08:31

Astronomical Twilight

04:23 AM - 04:50 AM

07:23 PM - 07:51 PM

Total: 15:00

Nautical Twilight

04:50 AM - 05:18 AM

06:56 PM - 07:23 PM

Total: 14:32

Civil Twilight

05:18 AM - 05:41 AM

06:33 PM - 06:56 PM

Total: 13:37

Daylight

05:41 AM - 06:33 PM

Total: 12 hours, 51 minutes

Solar Noon / Midnight

Solar Noon: 12:07

Solar Midnight: 00:07

Latest Update on Sunset in Chennai

At 6:33 PM, the sun illuminated its last corner in Chennai. It was a slow transformation of the sky that made a nice welcome for a quiet night. Keep watching us to track the daily sunset.

Thursday, June 4, 2026
The setting sun signaled an end to the day's activities in Chennai at 6:32 PM. The sunset is a gradual yet certain marker of the day's end, which also depends greatly on the people's plans for the evening. We provide daily sunset updates for all places.

Wednesday, June 3, 2026
The sun went down at 6:32 PM, and that's when the evening took over Chennai. If you’re taking the last-minute tasks or visiting the neighborhood, this period is the time when daylight is given to night. Get updates on the changes in the sunset times.

Tuesday, June 2, 2026
The day coming to a close in Chennai, sunset took place at 6:32 PM. It is a soft invitation to stop, wind down, and partake in the evening's transition. Sunset times are updated frequently for precision.

Monday, June 1, 2026
The evening light was over Chennai put by the sun at 6:31 PM. The variation in timing is so small that it is barely noticeable from day to day, and we do the capturing through timely updates at sunset.

Sunday, May 31, 2026
At 6:31 PM, the day left Chennai as the sun did, thus marking the beginning of the night hours. That is a perfect signal to make dinner, commutes, or night walks all confidently.

Saturday, May 30, 2026
The setting sun at 6:31 PM pointed the clock to night in Chennai. The changing of the seasons is the very reason for how sunset time varies. Stay connected with us through regular visits to stay up to date on sunset lines.

Friday, May 29, 2026
At 6:30 PM, the sun illuminated its last corner in Chennai. It was a slow transformation of the sky that made a nice welcome for a quiet night. Keep watching us to track the daily sunset.

Thursday, May 28, 2026
The setting sun signaled an end to the day's activities in Chennai at 6:30 PM. The sunset is a gradual yet certain marker of the day's end, which also depends greatly on the people's plans for the evening. We provide daily sunset updates for all places.

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
The sun went down at 6:30 PM, and that's when the evening took over Chennai. If you’re taking the last-minute tasks or visiting the neighborhood, this period is the time when daylight is given to night. Get updates on the changes in the sunset times.

Tuesday, May 26, 2026

Chennai Sunset Timings by Month Calendar in 2026

Sunset timings in Chennai gradually change across the months of 2026 as Earth continues its yearly orbit around the sun. During summer months, sunsets occur later in the evening, allowing longer daylight hours and extended outdoor activity time. In contrast, winter months bring earlier sunsets and shorter days. These seasonal variations create a predictable pattern that shifts slowly week by week. A monthly sunset calendar helps residents track these changes and plan activities accordingly. Farmers, travellers, photographers, and outdoor enthusiasts often rely on such calendars to schedule their routines.

By following sunset timings month by month in Chennai, people can better understand how daylight hours evolve throughout the year and how seasonal patterns influence evening light conditions.

Jun 2026 - Sun in Chennai

Month: Year:

2026	Sun/S.set		Daylen		Ast. Twi.		Naut. Twi.		Civ. Twi.		Sol. Noon
Jun	Sunrise	Sunset	Length	Diff.	Start	End	Start	End	Start	End	Time	Mil. km
Jun	1	05:41 ↑ (67°)	18:32 ↑ (293°)	12:50:47		04:23	19:50	04:51	19:22	05:18	18:55	12:06 (81°)	151.692
2	05:41 ↑ (67°)	18:32 ↑ (293°)	12:51:04	+00:00	04:23	19:50	04:50	19:22	05:18	18:55	12:06 (80.9°)	151.715
3	05:41 ↑ (67°)	18:32 ↑ (293°)	12:51:21	+00:00	04:23	19:51	04:50	19:23	05:18	18:55	12:07 (80.8°)	151.737
4	05:41 ↑ (67°)	18:33 ↑ (293°)	12:51:37	+00:00	04:23	19:51	04:50	19:23	05:18	18:56	12:07 (80.6°)	151.759
5	05:41 ↑ (67°)	18:33 ↑ (293°)	12:51:52	+00:00	04:22	19:51	04:50	19:23	05:18	18:56	12:07 (80.5°)	151.780
6	05:41 ↑ (67°)	18:33 ↑ (294°)	12:52:06	+00:00	04:22	19:52	04:50	19:24	05:18	18:56	12:07 (80.4°)	151.800
7	05:41 ↑ (66°)	18:33 ↑ (294°)	12:52:20	+00:00	04:22	19:52	04:50	19:24	05:18	18:57	12:07 (80.3°)	151.820
8	05:41 ↑ (66°)	18:34 ↑ (294°)	12:52:33	+00:00	04:22	19:52	04:50	19:24	05:18	18:57	12:07 (80.2°)	151.839
9	05:41 ↑ (66°)	18:34 ↑ (294°)	12:52:44	+00:00	04:23	19:53	04:51	19:25	05:18	18:57	12:08 (80.1°)	151.858
10	05:41 ↑ (66°)	18:34 ↑ (294°)	12:52:54	+00:00	04:23	19:53	04:51	19:25	05:18	18:58	12:08 (80.1°)	151.875
11	05:42 ↑ (66°)	18:35 ↑ (294°)	12:53:04	+00:00	04:23	19:53	04:51	19:25	05:18	18:58	12:08 (80°)	151.893
12	05:42 ↑ (66°)	18:35 ↑ (294°)	12:53:13	+00:00	04:23	19:54	04:51	19:26	05:18	18:58	12:08 (79.9°)	151.909
13	05:42 ↑ (66°)	18:35 ↑ (294°)	12:53:22	+00:00	04:23	19:54	04:51	19:26	05:18	18:58	12:08 (79.9°)	151.925
14	05:42 ↑ (66°)	18:35 ↑ (294°)	12:53:29	+00:00	04:23	19:54	04:51	19:26	05:19	18:59	12:09 (79.8°)	151.940
15	05:42 ↑ (66°)	18:36 ↑ (294°)	12:53:35	+00:00	04:23	19:55	04:51	19:27	05:19	18:59	12:09 (79.8°)	151.954
16	05:42 ↑ (66°)	18:36 ↑ (294°)	12:53:40	+00:00	04:23	19:55	04:51	19:27	05:19	18:59	12:09 (79.7°)	151.968
17	05:42 ↑ (66°)	18:36 ↑ (294°)	12:53:44	+00:00	04:23	19:55	04:52	19:27	05:19	19:00	12:09 (79.7°)	151.981
18	05:43 ↑ (66°)	18:36 ↑ (294°)	12:53:48	+00:00	04:24	19:56	04:52	19:27	05:19	19:00	12:10 (79.7°)	151.994
19	05:43 ↑ (66°)	18:37 ↑ (294°)	12:53:50	+00:00	04:24	19:56	04:52	19:28	05:19	19:00	12:10 (79.7°)	152.005
20	05:43 ↑ (66°)	18:37 ↑ (294°)	12:53:52	+00:00	04:24	19:56	04:52	19:28	05:20	19:00	12:10 (79.7°)	152.016
21	05:43 ↑ (66°)	18:37 ↑ (294°)	12:53:52	+00:00	04:24	19:56	04:52	19:28	05:20	19:00	12:10 (79.6°)	152.027
22	05:43 ↑ (66°)	18:37 ↑ (294°)	12:53:51	00:00	04:24	19:56	04:53	19:28	05:20	19:01	12:10 (79.7°)	152.036
23	05:44 ↑ (66°)	18:38 ↑ (294°)	12:53:51	+00:00	04:25	19:57	04:53	19:29	05:20	19:01	12:11 (79.7°)	152.045
24	05:44 ↑ (66°)	18:38 ↑ (294°)	12:53:48	00:00	04:25	19:57	04:53	19:29	05:21	19:01	12:11 (79.7°)	152.054
25	05:44 ↑ (66°)	18:38 ↑ (294°)	12:53:44	00:00	04:25	19:57	04:53	19:29	05:21	19:01	12:11 (79.7°)	152.061
26	05:44 ↑ (66°)	18:38 ↑ (294°)	12:53:40	00:00	04:25	19:57	04:54	19:29	05:21	19:01	12:11 (79.7°)	152.068
27	05:45 ↑ (66°)	18:38 ↑ (294°)	12:53:35	00:00	04:26	19:57	04:54	19:29	05:21	19:02	12:11 (79.8°)	152.074
28	05:45 ↑ (66°)	18:38 ↑ (294°)	12:53:29	00:00	04:26	19:57	04:54	19:29	05:22	19:02	12:12 (79.8°)	152.080
29	05:45 ↑ (66°)	18:39 ↑ (294°)	12:53:22	00:00	04:26	19:58	04:54	19:29	05:22	19:02	12:12 (79.9°)	152.084
30	05:45 ↑ (66°)	18:39 ↑ (294°)	12:53:14	00:00	04:27	19:58	04:55	19:30	05:22	19:02	12:12 (79.9°)	152.088

Why Sunset Timings Change in Chennai

Sunset timings in Chennai change gradually throughout the year due to Earth’s axial tilt and its orbit around the sun. As the planet moves along its path, the angle at which sunlight reaches different regions shifts slightly each day. This movement causes the sun to appear to set earlier or later, depending on the season. During summer, the sun travels a longer arc across the sky, leading to later sunsets and longer days. In winter, the arc becomes shorter, producing earlier sunsets and reduced daylight hours. These variations are part of Earth’s natural astronomical cycle.

Understanding why sunset timings change helps residents of Chennai recognise seasonal daylight patterns and plan activities that depend on natural light conditions.

How to Check Accurate Sunset Time in Chennai

Accurate sunset time in Chennai can be checked through reliable weather services, astronomy platforms, and navigation apps that calculate solar positions using geographic coordinates. Tools such as weather websites, mobile applications, and astronomical databases provide daily updates based on the city’s latitude and longitude. These platforms consider Earth’s rotation, atmospheric refraction, and seasonal solar movement to determine precise sunset timing. Checking sunset time helps residents plan evening travel, outdoor exercise, photography, or events that depend on natural light. Farmers and outdoor workers also rely on this information to schedule activities efficiently.

By consulting trusted sources, people in Chennai can stay informed about daily sunset timing and better organise their routines around the natural cycle of daylight and darkness.

Significance of Sunset in Chennai Daily Life & Culture

Sunset in Chennai holds both practical and cultural significance as it marks the transition from daytime activity to evening routines. Many people use this moment to conclude work, begin relaxation, or spend time outdoors in cooler temperatures. The changing colours of the sky often attract photographers and observers who appreciate the calm atmosphere of dusk. In many communities, sunset also signals the start of evening prayers, gatherings, or local traditions. Restaurants, parks, and public spaces often become lively during this period as residents enjoy the fading daylight. Sunset represents closure for the day’s activities while preparing the city for nighttime life.

Observing sunset in Chennai reflects the rhythm of daily life and the connection between natural cycles and human routines.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sunrise & Sunset in Chennai

What time is sunset in Chennai on 04 June 2026?

Sunset in Chennai on 04 June 2026 occurs at 06:33 PM. This is when the upper edge of the Sun disappears below the horizon, marking the end of daylight.