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Sun Times in Créteil
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Créteil?
Sunrise in Créteil on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:02 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Créteil?
Sunset in Créteil on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 8:38 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Créteil?
Morning golden hour in Créteil ends at 7:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:56 PM.
How long is the day in Créteil?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Créteil there are 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Créteil?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Créteil at 1:51 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Créteil?
In Créteil, sunset is at 8:38 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:35 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Créteil?
Twilight in Créteil lasts approximately 117 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 Créteil?
The earliest sunrise in Créteil in 2026 is at 5:46 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 Créteil?
The latest sunset in Créteil in 2026 is at 9:57 PM on June 21 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Créteil?
After sunset at 8:38 PM in Créteil, civil twilight ends at 9:11 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:35 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Créteil 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 Créteil
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Créteil on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:38 AM | 5:21 PM | 8h 43m |
| February | 7:58 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 13m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:59 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 42m |
| May | 6:08 AM | 9:25 PM | 15h 16m |
| June | 5:46 AM | 9:55 PM | 16h 09m |
| July | 6:02 AM | 9:48 PM | 15h 46m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 9:05 PM | 14h 23m |
| September | 7:26 AM | 8:03 PM | 12h 37m |
| October | 8:10 AM | 7:00 PM | 10h 51m |
| November | 7:58 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 11m |
| December | 8:36 AM | 4:53 PM | 8h 17m |