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Sun Times in Décines-Charpieu
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Décines-Charpieu?
Sunrise in Décines-Charpieu on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Décines-Charpieu?
Sunset in Décines-Charpieu on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 8:25 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Décines-Charpieu?
Morning golden hour in Décines-Charpieu ends at 7:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:45 PM.
How long is the day in Décines-Charpieu?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Décines-Charpieu there are 13 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Décines-Charpieu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Décines-Charpieu at 1:41 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Décines-Charpieu?
In Décines-Charpieu, sunset is at 8:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:14 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Décines-Charpieu?
Twilight in Décines-Charpieu 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 Décines-Charpieu?
The earliest sunrise in Décines-Charpieu in 2026 is at 5:49 AM on June 12 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Décines-Charpieu?
The latest sunset in Décines-Charpieu in 2026 is at 9:34 PM on June 23 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Décines-Charpieu?
After sunset at 8:25 PM in Décines-Charpieu, civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:14 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Décines-Charpieu 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 Décines-Charpieu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Décines-Charpieu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:17 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 05m |
| February | 7:42 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 24m |
| March | 6:53 AM | 6:45 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:54 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 32m |
| May | 6:08 AM | 9:04 PM | 14h 56m |
| June | 5:49 AM | 9:31 PM | 15h 42m |
| July | 6:04 AM | 9:26 PM | 15h 22m |
| August | 6:40 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 08m |
| September | 7:18 AM | 7:51 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:56 AM | 6:54 PM | 10h 58m |
| November | 7:39 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 29m |
| December | 8:14 AM | 4:56 PM | 8h 42m |