Sun Times in Ascona
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ascona?
Sunrise in Ascona on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ascona?
Sunset in Ascona on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:27 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ascona?
Morning golden hour in Ascona ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:46 PM.
How long is the day in Ascona?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Ascona there are 13 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ascona?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ascona at 1:28 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ascona?
In Ascona, sunset is at 8:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:22 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ascona?
Twilight in Ascona lasts approximately 115 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 Ascona?
The earliest sunrise in Ascona in 2026 is at 5:32 AM on June 14 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ascona?
The latest sunset in Ascona in 2026 is at 9:20 PM on June 21 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ascona?
After sunset at 8:27 PM in Ascona, civil twilight ends at 8:59 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:22 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ascona 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 Ascona
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ascona on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:03 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 02m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 23m |
| March | 6:37 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 8:12 PM | 13h 33m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:50 PM | 14h 58m |
| June | 5:32 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 45m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 9:13 PM | 15h 25m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 10m |
| September | 7:02 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:41 AM | 6:38 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:25 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 27m |
| December | 8:00 AM | 4:39 PM | 8h 39m |
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