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Sun Times in Chirkey
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chirkey?
Sunrise in Chirkey on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:03 AM (Europe/Moscow). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chirkey?
Sunset in Chirkey on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:47 PM (Europe/Moscow). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chirkey?
Morning golden hour in Chirkey ends at 5:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:08 PM.
How long is the day in Chirkey?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Chirkey there are 13 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chirkey?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chirkey at 11:55 AM (Europe/Moscow). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chirkey?
In Chirkey, sunset is at 6:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:32 PM (Europe/Moscow). Civil twilight ends at 7:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chirkey?
Twilight in Chirkey lasts approximately 106 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 Chirkey?
The earliest sunrise in Chirkey in 2026 is at 4:12 AM on June 10 (Europe/Moscow). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chirkey?
The latest sunset in Chirkey in 2026 is at 7:35 PM on June 23 (Europe/Moscow). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chirkey?
After sunset at 6:47 PM in Chirkey, civil twilight ends at 7:17 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:32 PM (Europe/Moscow).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chirkey 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 Chirkey
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chirkey on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:20 AM | 4:42 PM | 9h 22m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 33m |
| March | 6:04 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 5:10 AM | 6:34 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 4:29 AM | 7:08 PM | 14h 39m |
| June | 4:12 AM | 7:32 PM | 15h 20m |
| July | 4:26 AM | 7:29 PM | 15h 03m |
| August | 4:57 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 57m |
| September | 5:31 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 6:05 AM | 5:09 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 6:44 AM | 4:28 PM | 9h 45m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 4:18 PM | 9h 02m |