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Sun Times in Belle de Mai
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Belle de Mai?
Sunrise in Belle de Mai on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:59 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Belle de Mai?
Sunset in Belle de Mai on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 8:18 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Belle de Mai?
Morning golden hour in Belle de Mai ends at 7:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:40 PM.
How long is the day in Belle de Mai?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Belle de Mai there are 13 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Belle de Mai?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Belle de Mai at 1:39 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Belle de Mai?
In Belle de Mai, sunset is at 8:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:01 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Belle de Mai?
Twilight in Belle de Mai lasts approximately 103 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 Belle de Mai?
The earliest sunrise in Belle de Mai in 2026 is at 5:57 AM on June 11 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Belle de Mai?
The latest sunset in Belle de Mai in 2026 is at 9:22 PM on June 20 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Belle de Mai?
After sunset at 8:18 PM in Belle de Mai, civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:01 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Belle de Mai 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 Belle de Mai
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Belle de Mai on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:07 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 7:36 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 32m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 41m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 23m |
| July | 6:11 AM | 9:16 PM | 15h 05m |
| August | 6:43 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 7:17 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:52 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:31 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 43m |
| December | 8:03 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 00m |