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Sun Times in Akmenė
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Akmenė?
Sunrise in Akmenė on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:06 AM (Europe/Riga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Akmenė?
Sunset in Akmenė on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:57 PM (Europe/Riga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Akmenė?
Morning golden hour in Akmenė ends at 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:05 PM.
How long is the day in Akmenė?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Akmenė there are 14 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Akmenė?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Akmenė at 1:32 PM (Europe/Riga). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Akmenė?
In Akmenė, sunset is at 8:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:50 PM (Europe/Riga). Civil twilight ends at 9:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Akmenė?
Twilight in Akmenė lasts approximately 174 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 Akmenė?
The earliest sunrise in Akmenė in 2026 is at 4:39 AM on June 17 (Europe/Riga). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Akmenė?
The latest sunset in Akmenė in 2026 is at 10:21 PM on June 20 (Europe/Riga). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Akmenė?
After sunset at 8:57 PM in Akmenė, civil twilight ends at 9:39 PM — about 42 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:50 PM (Europe/Riga).
What these times mean
Solar times in Akmenė 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 Akmenė
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Akmenė on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:51 AM | 4:25 PM | 7h 34m |
| February | 7:55 AM | 5:31 PM | 9h 37m |
| March | 6:44 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 13m |
| May | 5:15 AM | 9:36 PM | 16h 22m |
| June | 4:40 AM | 10:19 PM | 17h 39m |
| July | 5:02 AM | 10:06 PM | 17h 05m |
| August | 5:58 AM | 9:06 PM | 15h 08m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 47m |
| October | 8:00 AM | 6:28 PM | 10h 28m |
| November | 8:06 AM | 4:20 PM | 8h 14m |
| December | 8:55 AM | 3:52 PM | 6h 56m |