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Sun Times in Birsfelden
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Birsfelden?
Sunrise in Birsfelden on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Birsfelden?
Sunset in Birsfelden on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:33 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Birsfelden?
Morning golden hour in Birsfelden ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in Birsfelden?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Birsfelden there are 14 hours and 1 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Birsfelden?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Birsfelden at 1:32 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Birsfelden?
In Birsfelden, sunset is at 8:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:32 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Birsfelden?
Twilight in Birsfelden lasts approximately 119 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 Birsfelden?
The earliest sunrise in Birsfelden in 2026 is at 5:31 AM on June 11 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Birsfelden?
The latest sunset in Birsfelden in 2026 is at 9:31 PM on June 23 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Birsfelden?
After sunset at 8:33 PM in Birsfelden, civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:32 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in Birsfelden 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 Birsfelden
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Birsfelden on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:12 AM | 5:05 PM | 8h 52m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 17m |
| March | 6:42 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 38m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 08m |
| June | 5:31 AM | 9:28 PM | 15h 57m |
| July | 5:47 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 36m |
| August | 6:25 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 17m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:48 AM | 6:41 PM | 10h 54m |
| November | 7:34 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 19m |
| December | 8:10 AM | 4:38 PM | 8h 28m |