Sun Times in Barcelona
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Barcelona?
Sunrise in Barcelona on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:31 AM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Barcelona?
Sunset in Barcelona on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:05 PM (Asia/Manila). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Barcelona?
Morning golden hour in Barcelona ends at 6:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:36 PM.
How long is the day in Barcelona?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Barcelona there are 12 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Barcelona?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Barcelona at 11:48 AM (Asia/Manila). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Barcelona?
In Barcelona, sunset is at 6:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:18 PM (Asia/Manila). Civil twilight ends at 6:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Barcelona?
Twilight in Barcelona lasts approximately 74 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 Barcelona?
The earliest sunrise in Barcelona in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on May 23 (Asia/Manila). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Barcelona?
The latest sunset in Barcelona in 2026 is at 6:13 PM on June 28 (Asia/Manila). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Barcelona?
After sunset at 6:05 PM in Barcelona, civil twilight ends at 6:27 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:18 PM (Asia/Manila).
What these times mean
Solar times in Barcelona 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 Barcelona
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Barcelona on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:09 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 27m |
| February | 6:05 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 43m |
| March | 5:51 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:31 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 25m |
| May | 5:18 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 43m |
| June | 5:17 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 53m |
| July | 5:24 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 49m |
| August | 5:31 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 33m |
| September | 5:32 AM | 5:44 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 5:33 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 51m |
| November | 5:41 AM | 5:14 PM | 11h 32m |
| December | 5:57 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 23m |
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