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Sun Times in Castelnaudary
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Castelnaudary?
Sunrise in Castelnaudary on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:57 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Castelnaudary?
Sunset in Castelnaudary on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:55 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Castelnaudary?
Morning golden hour in Castelnaudary ends at 7:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:16 PM.
How long is the day in Castelnaudary?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Castelnaudary there are 13 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Castelnaudary?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Castelnaudary at 1:56 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Castelnaudary?
In Castelnaudary, sunset is at 8:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:44 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Castelnaudary?
Twilight in Castelnaudary 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 Castelnaudary?
The earliest sunrise in Castelnaudary in 2026 is at 6:11 AM on June 9 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Castelnaudary?
The latest sunset in Castelnaudary in 2026 is at 9:36 PM on June 21 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Castelnaudary?
After sunset at 8:55 PM in Castelnaudary, civil twilight ends at 9:26 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:44 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Castelnaudary 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 Castelnaudary
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Castelnaudary on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:21 AM | 5:41 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 7:50 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 32m |
| March | 7:04 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 7:10 AM | 8:35 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 6:28 AM | 9:09 PM | 14h 41m |
| June | 6:11 AM | 9:34 PM | 15h 23m |
| July | 6:25 AM | 9:30 PM | 15h 05m |
| August | 6:57 AM | 8:55 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 7:31 AM | 8:02 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 8:05 AM | 7:09 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:45 AM | 5:27 PM | 9h 43m |
| December | 8:17 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 00m |