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Sun Times in Balıkesir
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Balıkesir?
Sunrise in Balıkesir on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:29 AM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Balıkesir?
Sunset in Balıkesir on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 7:50 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Balıkesir?
Morning golden hour in Balıkesir ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:14 PM.
How long is the day in Balıkesir?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Balıkesir there are 13 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Balıkesir?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Balıkesir at 1:10 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Balıkesir?
In Balıkesir, sunset is at 7:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:27 PM (Europe/Istanbul). Civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Balıkesir?
Twilight in Balıkesir lasts approximately 97 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 Balıkesir?
The earliest sunrise in Balıkesir in 2026 is at 5:40 AM on June 7 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Balıkesir?
The latest sunset in Balıkesir in 2026 is at 8:40 PM on June 24 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Balıkesir?
After sunset at 7:50 PM in Balıkesir, civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:27 PM (Europe/Istanbul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Balıkesir 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 Balıkesir
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Balıkesir on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:27 AM | 6:08 PM | 9h 41m |
| February | 8:01 AM | 6:44 PM | 10h 44m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:15 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:46 PM | 13h 15m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 22m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 58m |
| July | 5:53 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 42m |
| August | 6:20 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 44m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 11m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 01m |
| December | 8:21 AM | 5:45 PM | 9h 23m |