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Sun Times in Castellar del Vallès
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Castellar del Vallès?
Sunrise in Castellar del Vallès on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 7:20 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Castellar del Vallès?
Sunset in Castellar del Vallès on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 8:20 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Castellar del Vallès?
Morning golden hour in Castellar del Vallès ends at 7:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:43 PM.
How long is the day in Castellar del Vallès?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Castellar del Vallès there are 12 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Castellar del Vallès?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Castellar del Vallès at 1:50 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Castellar del Vallès?
In Castellar del Vallès, sunset is at 8:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:57 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Castellar del Vallès?
Twilight in Castellar del Vallès lasts approximately 97 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 Castellar del Vallès?
The earliest sunrise in Castellar del Vallès in 2026 is at 6:16 AM on June 12 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Castellar del Vallès?
The latest sunset in Castellar del Vallès in 2026 is at 9:30 PM on June 25 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Castellar del Vallès?
After sunset at 8:20 PM in Castellar del Vallès, civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:57 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Castellar del Vallès 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 Castellar del Vallès
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Castellar del Vallès on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:16 AM | 5:46 PM | 9h 30m |
| February | 7:47 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 38m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 7:11 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 20m |
| May | 6:32 AM | 9:04 PM | 14h 32m |
| June | 6:16 AM | 9:27 PM | 15h 11m |
| July | 6:30 AM | 9:24 PM | 14h 54m |
| August | 7:00 AM | 8:51 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 7:31 AM | 8:01 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 8:03 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 7:40 AM | 5:31 PM | 9h 51m |
| December | 8:11 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 11m |