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Sun Times in Bakhmut
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bakhmut?
Sunrise in Bakhmut on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:37 AM (Europe/Kiev). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bakhmut?
Sunset in Bakhmut on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:20 PM (Europe/Kiev). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bakhmut?
Morning golden hour in Bakhmut ends at 6:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:38 PM.
How long is the day in Bakhmut?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Bakhmut there are 13 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bakhmut?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bakhmut at 12:29 PM (Europe/Kiev). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bakhmut?
In Bakhmut, sunset is at 7:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:18 PM (Europe/Kiev). Civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bakhmut?
Twilight in Bakhmut lasts approximately 118 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 Bakhmut?
The earliest sunrise in Bakhmut in 2026 is at 4:25 AM on June 11 (Europe/Kiev). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bakhmut?
The latest sunset in Bakhmut in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 21 (Europe/Kiev). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bakhmut?
After sunset at 7:20 PM in Bakhmut, civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:18 PM (Europe/Kiev).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bakhmut 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 Bakhmut
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bakhmut on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:15 AM | 3:59 PM | 8h 45m |
| February | 6:35 AM | 4:49 PM | 10h 13m |
| March | 5:41 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 5:38 AM | 7:19 PM | 13h 41m |
| May | 4:47 AM | 8:02 PM | 15h 15m |
| June | 4:25 AM | 8:32 PM | 16h 07m |
| July | 4:41 AM | 8:25 PM | 15h 44m |
| August | 5:21 AM | 7:43 PM | 14h 22m |
| September | 6:04 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 37m |
| October | 6:47 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 51m |
| November | 6:35 AM | 3:48 PM | 9h 13m |
| December | 7:13 AM | 3:32 PM | 8h 19m |