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Sun Times in Capellen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Capellen?
Sunrise in Capellen on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (Europe/Luxembourg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Capellen?
Sunset in Capellen on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:45 PM (Europe/Luxembourg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Capellen?
Morning golden hour in Capellen ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:01 PM.
How long is the day in Capellen?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Capellen there are 14 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Capellen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Capellen at 1:39 PM (Europe/Luxembourg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Capellen?
In Capellen, sunset is at 8:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:54 PM (Europe/Luxembourg). Civil twilight ends at 9:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Capellen?
Twilight in Capellen lasts approximately 128 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 Capellen?
The earliest sunrise in Capellen in 2026 is at 5:28 AM on June 11 (Europe/Luxembourg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Capellen?
The latest sunset in Capellen in 2026 is at 9:47 PM on June 20 (Europe/Luxembourg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Capellen?
After sunset at 8:45 PM in Capellen, civil twilight ends at 9:20 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:54 PM (Europe/Luxembourg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Capellen 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 Capellen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Capellen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:27 AM | 5:04 PM | 8h 37m |
| February | 7:45 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 09m |
| March | 6:49 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 45m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 9:14 PM | 15h 22m |
| June | 5:28 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 17m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 9:38 PM | 15h 53m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 27m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:49 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 7:57 AM | 6:45 PM | 10h 48m |
| November | 7:47 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 06m |
| December | 8:26 AM | 4:35 PM | 8h 10m |