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Sun Times in Chauny
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chauny?
Sunrise in Chauny on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:46 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chauny?
Sunset in Chauny on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:53 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chauny?
Morning golden hour in Chauny ends at 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:09 PM.
How long is the day in Chauny?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Chauny there are 14 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chauny?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chauny at 1:50 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chauny?
In Chauny, sunset is at 8:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:59 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chauny?
Twilight in Chauny lasts approximately 126 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 Chauny?
The earliest sunrise in Chauny in 2026 is at 5:39 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 Chauny?
The latest sunset in Chauny in 2026 is at 9:58 PM on June 21 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chauny?
After sunset at 8:53 PM in Chauny, civil twilight ends at 9:27 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:59 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chauny 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 Chauny
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chauny on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:38 AM | 5:15 PM | 8h 37m |
| February | 7:56 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 09m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 8:40 PM | 13h 45m |
| May | 6:02 AM | 9:25 PM | 15h 22m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 9:56 PM | 16h 17m |
| July | 5:56 AM | 9:49 PM | 15h 53m |
| August | 6:37 AM | 9:04 PM | 14h 27m |
| September | 7:23 AM | 8:00 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 8:08 AM | 6:56 PM | 10h 48m |
| November | 7:58 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 06m |
| December | 8:37 AM | 4:47 PM | 8h 10m |