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Sun Times in Balestrand
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Balestrand?
Sunrise in Balestrand on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Balestrand?
Sunset in Balestrand on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Balestrand?
Morning golden hour in Balestrand ends at 7:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Balestrand?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Balestrand there are 13 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Balestrand?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Balestrand at 1:31 PM (Europe/Oslo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Balestrand?
In Balestrand, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:05 PM (Europe/Oslo). Civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Balestrand?
Twilight in Balestrand lasts approximately 170 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 Balestrand?
The earliest sunrise in Balestrand in 2026 is at 3:54 AM on June 16 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Balestrand?
The latest sunset in Balestrand in 2026 is at 11:16 PM on June 19 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Balestrand?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in Balestrand, civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM — about 45 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:05 PM (Europe/Oslo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Balestrand 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 Balestrand
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Balestrand on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:31 AM | 3:55 PM | 6h 24m |
| February | 8:16 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 04m |
| March | 6:51 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 44m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 42m |
| May | 4:47 AM | 10:15 PM | 17h 28m |
| June | 3:55 AM | 11:13 PM | 19h 19m |
| July | 4:25 AM | 10:52 PM | 18h 28m |
| August | 5:41 AM | 9:33 PM | 15h 51m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:56 PM | 12h 56m |
| October | 8:15 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 06m |
| November | 8:39 AM | 3:56 PM | 7h 17m |
| December | 9:43 AM | 3:14 PM | 5h 31m |