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Gwangju, South Korea - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Gwangju? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Gwangju, South Korea, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Gwangju Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:06 AM – 6:40 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Asia/Seoul

Sunrise times by month in Gwangju

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January7:41 AM5:43 PM10h 2m
February7:20 AM6:15 PM10h 54m
March6:45 AM6:40 PM11h 54m
April6:02 AM7:05 PM13h 2m
May5:30 AM7:29 PM13h 59m
June5:18 AM7:49 PM14h 30m
July5:29 AM7:48 PM14h 18m
August5:52 AM7:23 PM13h 30m
September6:16 AM6:42 PM12h 26m
October6:38 AM5:59 PM11h 20m
November7:07 AM5:28 PM10h 20m
December7:34 AM5:22 PM9h 48m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

Tonight's sunset in Gwangju — time, golden hour & quality forecast

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Gwangju today?

Today's sunrise in Gwangju, South Korea is at 6:06 AM, giving 12h 54m of daylight before sunset at 7:00 PM.

What time is first light in Gwangju today?

First light in Gwangju begins at 5:40 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:06 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Gwangju?

The morning golden hour in Gwangju runs 6:06 AM – 6:40 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Gwangju?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:06 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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