Sun Times in Achel
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Achel?
Sunrise in Achel on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Achel?
Sunset in Achel on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:01 PM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Achel?
Morning golden hour in Achel ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:15 PM.
How long is the day in Achel?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Achel there are 14 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Achel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Achel at 1:42 PM (Europe/Brussels). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Achel?
In Achel, sunset is at 9:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:24 PM (Europe/Brussels). Civil twilight ends at 9:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Achel?
Twilight in Achel lasts approximately 142 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Achel?
The earliest sunrise in Achel in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on June 14 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Achel?
The latest sunset in Achel in 2026 is at 9:58 PM on June 23 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Achel?
After sunset at 9:01 PM in Achel, civil twilight ends at 9:39 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:24 PM (Europe/Brussels).
What these times mean
Solar times in Achel shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Achel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Achel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:35 AM | 4:59 PM | 8h 24m |
| February | 7:51 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 02m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 8:34 PM | 13h 51m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 9:22 PM | 15h 35m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 9:55 PM | 16h 34m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 9:47 PM | 16h 08m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 8:59 PM | 14h 36m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 8:01 AM | 6:45 PM | 10h 44m |
| November | 7:55 AM | 4:49 PM | 8h 55m |
| December | 8:35 AM | 4:30 PM | 7h 54m |
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