Sunrise & sunset times in Balikpapan, Indonesia
On Tuesday 14 July 2026, the sun rises at 06:16 and sets at 18:20 in Balikpapan. All times are shown in the Asia/Makassar timezone.
Today in Balikpapan
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Golden & blue hour▼
Golden hour in Balikpapan today
Golden hour is the soft, warm light when the sun is low — from just after sunrise up to a few degrees above the horizon, and again from a few degrees down to sunset. The exact length depends on latitude and the time of year.
Photographers use golden hour for soft, directional warm light. Architects and travellers track it to time outdoor shots and walks in Balikpapan when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Balikpapan (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Balikpapan’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:16 | 18:27 | 12:21 | 12h 11m |
| February | 06:22 | 18:31 | 12:26 | 12h 09m |
| March | 06:18 | 18:25 | 12:21 | 12h 06m |
| April | 06:10 | 18:15 | 12:12 | 12h 04m |
| May | 06:07 | 18:10 | 12:09 | 12h 03m |
| June | 06:11 | 18:14 | 12:13 | 12h 02m |
| July | 06:17 | 18:20 | 12:18 | 12h 03m |
| August | 06:15 | 18:19 | 12:17 | 12h 04m |
| September | 06:05 | 18:10 | 12:08 | 12h 05m |
| October | 05:54 | 18:02 | 11:58 | 12h 08m |
| November | 05:51 | 18:02 | 11:57 | 12h 10m |
| December | 06:01 | 18:13 | 12:07 | 12h 11m |
Solar year in Balikpapan (2026)
Because Balikpapan is near the equator, day length barely shifts through the year — under 0h 09m between the longest and shortest day.
Day length across the year in Balikpapan
Longest day in Balikpapan: 12h 4m on 21 Dec. Shortest day: 11h 56m on 21 Jun. Today the sun is up for about 11h 56m.
Moon tonight in Balikpapan
Next full moon on 29 July 2026, next new moon on 14 July 2026. See the full moon page for the live phase visual and a moon overlay on the interactive map.
Frequently asked questions
What time is sunrise in Balikpapan today?▼
The sun rises at 06:16 Asia/Makassar in Balikpapan, Indonesia today.
What time is sunset in Balikpapan today?▼
The sun sets at 18:20 Asia/Makassar in Balikpapan today.
How long is the day in Balikpapan today?▼
Daylight in Balikpapan today lasts 12 hours and 3 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Balikpapan?▼
The morning golden hour in Balikpapan runs from 05:54 to 06:46, and the evening golden hour runs from 17:50 to 18:42.
What is the timezone of Balikpapan?▼
Balikpapan uses the Asia/Makassar timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Balikpapan?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Balikpapan is 22 December 2026, with 12h 12m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Balikpapan?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Balikpapan is 21 June 2026, with 12h 03m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Balikpapan?▼
Because Balikpapan is near the equator, the difference between the longest and shortest day is only 0h 09m. Days are nearly the same length all year.