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Sun Times in Castel Maggiore
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Castel Maggiore?
Sunrise in Castel Maggiore on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Europe/Rome). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Castel Maggiore?
Sunset in Castel Maggiore on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (Europe/Rome). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Castel Maggiore?
Morning golden hour in Castel Maggiore ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Castel Maggiore?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Castel Maggiore there are 13 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Castel Maggiore?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Castel Maggiore at 1:17 PM (Europe/Rome). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Castel Maggiore?
In Castel Maggiore, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:57 PM (Europe/Rome). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Castel Maggiore?
Twilight in Castel Maggiore lasts approximately 109 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 Castel Maggiore?
The earliest sunrise in Castel Maggiore in 2026 is at 5:28 AM on June 13 (Europe/Rome). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Castel Maggiore?
The latest sunset in Castel Maggiore in 2026 is at 9:03 PM on June 20 (Europe/Rome). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Castel Maggiore?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Castel Maggiore, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:57 PM (Europe/Rome).
What these times mean
Solar times in Castel Maggiore 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 Castel Maggiore
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Castel Maggiore on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:47 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 12m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 7:59 PM | 13h 28m |
| May | 5:46 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 49m |
| June | 5:28 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 33m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 13m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 03m |
| September | 6:53 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 36m |
| December | 7:44 AM | 4:34 PM | 8h 51m |