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Sun Times in Dilbeek
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dilbeek?
Sunrise in Dilbeek on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dilbeek?
Sunset in Dilbeek on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:05 PM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dilbeek?
Morning golden hour in Dilbeek ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:19 PM.
How long is the day in Dilbeek?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Dilbeek there are 14 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dilbeek?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dilbeek at 1:47 PM (Europe/Brussels). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dilbeek?
In Dilbeek, sunset is at 9:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:25 PM (Europe/Brussels). Civil twilight ends at 9:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dilbeek?
Twilight in Dilbeek lasts approximately 140 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 Dilbeek?
The earliest sunrise in Dilbeek in 2026 is at 5:28 AM on June 14 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dilbeek?
The latest sunset in Dilbeek in 2026 is at 10:00 PM on June 20 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dilbeek?
After sunset at 9:05 PM in Dilbeek, civil twilight ends at 9:42 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:25 PM (Europe/Brussels).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dilbeek 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 Dilbeek
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dilbeek on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:39 AM | 5:06 PM | 8h 27m |
| February | 7:55 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 04m |
| March | 6:57 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:48 AM | 8:38 PM | 13h 50m |
| May | 5:53 AM | 9:25 PM | 15h 32m |
| June | 5:28 AM | 9:58 PM | 16h 30m |
| July | 5:46 AM | 9:50 PM | 16h 04m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 9:03 PM | 14h 33m |
| September | 7:18 AM | 7:57 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 8:05 AM | 6:50 PM | 10h 45m |
| November | 7:58 AM | 4:56 PM | 8h 57m |
| December | 8:38 AM | 4:37 PM | 7h 58m |