Sun Times in Alençon
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alençon?
Sunrise in Alençon on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 7:02 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alençon?
Sunset in Alençon on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 9:01 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alençon?
Morning golden hour in Alençon ends at 7:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:18 PM.
How long is the day in Alençon?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Alençon there are 13 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alençon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alençon at 2:02 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Alençon?
In Alençon, sunset is at 9:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:02 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alençon?
Twilight in Alençon lasts approximately 121 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 Alençon?
The earliest sunrise in Alençon in 2026 is at 5:57 AM on June 12 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Alençon?
The latest sunset in Alençon in 2026 is at 10:05 PM on June 22 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alençon?
After sunset at 9:01 PM in Alençon, civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:02 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alençon 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 Alençon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alençon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:46 AM | 5:32 PM | 8h 46m |
| February | 8:07 AM | 6:21 PM | 10h 14m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:04 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 7:09 AM | 8:50 PM | 13h 41m |
| May | 6:19 AM | 9:33 PM | 15h 14m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 10:02 PM | 16h 05m |
| July | 6:13 AM | 9:56 PM | 15h 43m |
| August | 6:53 AM | 9:14 PM | 14h 21m |
| September | 7:36 AM | 8:12 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 8:19 AM | 7:10 PM | 10h 51m |
| November | 8:07 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 14m |
| December | 8:44 AM | 5:04 PM | 8h 20m |
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