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Sun Times in Banja Luka
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Banja Luka?
Sunrise in Banja Luka on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:53 AM (Europe/Sarajevo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Banja Luka?
Sunset in Banja Luka on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (Europe/Sarajevo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Banja Luka?
Morning golden hour in Banja Luka ends at 6:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Banja Luka?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Banja Luka there are 14 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Banja Luka?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Banja Luka at 12:55 PM (Europe/Sarajevo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Banja Luka?
In Banja Luka, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:51 PM (Europe/Sarajevo). Civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Banja Luka?
Twilight in Banja Luka lasts approximately 114 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 Banja Luka?
The earliest sunrise in Banja Luka in 2026 is at 5:04 AM on June 12 (Europe/Sarajevo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Banja Luka?
The latest sunset in Banja Luka in 2026 is at 8:41 PM on June 23 (Europe/Sarajevo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Banja Luka?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Banja Luka, civil twilight ends at 8:29 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:51 PM (Europe/Sarajevo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Banja Luka 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 Banja Luka
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Banja Luka on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:25 AM | 4:36 PM | 9h 11m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 27m |
| March | 6:03 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 29m |
| May | 5:23 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 50m |
| June | 5:04 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 34m |
| July | 5:19 AM | 8:34 PM | 15h 15m |
| August | 5:53 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 04m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 00m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 4:23 PM | 9h 35m |
| December | 7:21 AM | 4:10 PM | 8h 49m |