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Sun Times in Bastogne
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bastogne?
Sunrise in Bastogne on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bastogne?
Sunset in Bastogne on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:57 PM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bastogne?
Morning golden hour in Bastogne ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:12 PM.
How long is the day in Bastogne?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Bastogne there are 14 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bastogne?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bastogne at 1:41 PM (Europe/Brussels). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bastogne?
In Bastogne, sunset is at 8:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:12 PM (Europe/Brussels). Civil twilight ends at 9:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bastogne?
Twilight in Bastogne lasts approximately 135 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 Bastogne?
The earliest sunrise in Bastogne in 2026 is at 5:27 AM on June 12 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bastogne?
The latest sunset in Bastogne in 2026 is at 9:50 PM on June 21 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bastogne?
After sunset at 8:57 PM in Bastogne, civil twilight ends at 9:33 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:12 PM (Europe/Brussels).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bastogne 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 Bastogne
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bastogne on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:29 AM | 5:03 PM | 8h 34m |
| February | 7:47 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 08m |
| March | 6:51 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 46m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 9:16 PM | 15h 25m |
| June | 5:27 AM | 9:48 PM | 16h 21m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 9:41 PM | 15h 56m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 29m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:50 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 7:58 AM | 6:46 PM | 10h 47m |
| November | 7:49 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 03m |
| December | 8:28 AM | 4:35 PM | 8h 06m |