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Sun Times in Donceel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Donceel?
Sunrise in Donceel on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Donceel?
Sunset in Donceel on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:00 PM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Donceel?
Morning golden hour in Donceel ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:15 PM.
How long is the day in Donceel?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Donceel there are 14 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Donceel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Donceel at 1:43 PM (Europe/Brussels). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Donceel?
In Donceel, sunset is at 9:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:19 PM (Europe/Brussels). Civil twilight ends at 9:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Donceel?
Twilight in Donceel lasts approximately 139 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 Donceel?
The earliest sunrise in Donceel in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 13 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Donceel?
The latest sunset in Donceel in 2026 is at 9:55 PM on June 21 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Donceel?
After sunset at 9:00 PM in Donceel, civil twilight ends at 9:37 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:19 PM (Europe/Brussels).
What these times mean
Solar times in Donceel 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 Donceel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Donceel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:34 AM | 5:02 PM | 8h 29m |
| February | 7:50 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 05m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 8:33 PM | 13h 49m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 30m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 9:53 PM | 16h 27m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 02m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 8:58 PM | 14h 32m |
| September | 7:14 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 8:01 AM | 6:46 PM | 10h 46m |
| November | 7:53 AM | 4:52 PM | 8h 59m |
| December | 8:33 AM | 4:33 PM | 8h 00m |