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Sun Times in Ayyelet HaShaẖar
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ayyelet HaShaẖar?
Sunrise in Ayyelet HaShaẖar on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (Asia/Jerusalem). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ayyelet HaShaẖar?
Sunset in Ayyelet HaShaẖar on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 7:20 PM (Asia/Jerusalem). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ayyelet HaShaẖar?
Morning golden hour in Ayyelet HaShaẖar ends at 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:46 PM.
How long is the day in Ayyelet HaShaẖar?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Ayyelet HaShaẖar there are 13 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ayyelet HaShaẖar?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ayyelet HaShaẖar at 12:41 PM (Asia/Jerusalem). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ayyelet HaShaẖar?
In Ayyelet HaShaẖar, sunset is at 7:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:48 PM (Asia/Jerusalem). Civil twilight ends at 7:45 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ayyelet HaShaẖar?
Twilight in Ayyelet HaShaẖar lasts approximately 89 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 Ayyelet HaShaẖar?
The earliest sunrise in Ayyelet HaShaẖar in 2026 is at 5:28 AM on June 6 (Asia/Jerusalem). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ayyelet HaShaẖar?
The latest sunset in Ayyelet HaShaẖar in 2026 is at 7:50 PM on June 24 (Asia/Jerusalem). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ayyelet HaShaẖar?
After sunset at 7:20 PM in Ayyelet HaShaẖar, civil twilight ends at 7:45 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:48 PM (Asia/Jerusalem).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ayyelet HaShaẖar 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 Ayyelet HaShaẖar
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ayyelet HaShaẖar on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:40 AM | 4:53 PM | 10h 13m |
| February | 6:21 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 01m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 00m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 52m |
| June | 5:28 AM | 7:47 PM | 14h 19m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 7:47 PM | 14h 08m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 23m |
| September | 6:21 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 23m |
| October | 6:41 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 23m |
| November | 6:08 AM | 4:36 PM | 10h 28m |
| December | 6:33 AM | 4:32 PM | 9h 59m |