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Sun Times in Alytus
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Alytus?
Sunrise in Alytus on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (Europe/Vilnius). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Alytus?
Sunset in Alytus on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 8:29 PM (Europe/Vilnius). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Alytus?
Morning golden hour in Alytus ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:41 PM.
How long is the day in Alytus?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Alytus there are 14 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Alytus?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Alytus at 1:25 PM (Europe/Vilnius). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Alytus?
In Alytus, sunset is at 8:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:54 PM (Europe/Vilnius). Civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Alytus?
Twilight in Alytus lasts approximately 144 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 Alytus?
The earliest sunrise in Alytus in 2026 is at 4:48 AM on June 13 (Europe/Vilnius). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Alytus?
The latest sunset in Alytus in 2026 is at 10:03 PM on June 24 (Europe/Vilnius). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Alytus?
After sunset at 8:29 PM in Alytus, civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM — about 39 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:54 PM (Europe/Vilnius).
What these times mean
Solar times in Alytus 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 Alytus
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Alytus on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:36 AM | 4:30 PM | 7h 54m |
| February | 7:44 AM | 5:31 PM | 9h 47m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 04m |
| May | 5:19 AM | 9:22 PM | 16h 03m |
| June | 4:48 AM | 10:00 PM | 17h 12m |
| July | 5:08 AM | 9:50 PM | 16h 42m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 55m |
| September | 6:56 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 44m |
| October | 7:52 AM | 6:26 PM | 10h 34m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 4:23 PM | 8h 30m |
| December | 8:38 AM | 3:58 PM | 7h 20m |