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Sun Times in Bretteville
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bretteville?
Sunrise in Bretteville on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:21 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bretteville?
Sunset in Bretteville on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 8:49 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bretteville?
Morning golden hour in Bretteville ends at 8:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:06 PM.
How long is the day in Bretteville?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Bretteville there are 13 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bretteville?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bretteville at 2:06 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bretteville?
In Bretteville, sunset is at 8:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:47 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bretteville?
Twilight in Bretteville lasts approximately 118 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 Bretteville?
The earliest sunrise in Bretteville in 2026 is at 5:58 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 Bretteville?
The latest sunset in Bretteville in 2026 is at 10:17 PM on June 20 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bretteville?
After sunset at 8:49 PM in Bretteville, civil twilight ends at 9:23 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:47 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bretteville 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 Bretteville
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bretteville on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:57 AM | 5:34 PM | 8h 37m |
| February | 8:16 AM | 6:25 PM | 10h 09m |
| March | 7:19 AM | 7:11 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 7:14 AM | 8:59 PM | 13h 45m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 9:44 PM | 15h 23m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 10:15 PM | 16h 17m |
| July | 6:15 AM | 10:08 PM | 15h 53m |
| August | 6:56 AM | 9:23 PM | 14h 27m |
| September | 7:42 AM | 8:19 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 8:27 AM | 7:15 PM | 10h 48m |
| November | 8:17 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 06m |
| December | 8:56 AM | 5:06 PM | 8h 10m |