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Sun Times in Dreux
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dreux?
Sunrise in Dreux on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dreux?
Sunset in Dreux on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 9:02 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dreux?
Morning golden hour in Dreux ends at 7:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:19 PM.
How long is the day in Dreux?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Dreux there are 14 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dreux?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dreux at 1:58 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dreux?
In Dreux, sunset is at 9:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:06 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dreux?
Twilight in Dreux lasts approximately 124 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 Dreux?
The earliest sunrise in Dreux in 2026 is at 5:50 AM on June 16 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dreux?
The latest sunset in Dreux in 2026 is at 10:01 PM on June 20 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dreux?
After sunset at 9:02 PM in Dreux, civil twilight ends at 9:36 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:06 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dreux 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 Dreux
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dreux on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:42 AM | 5:26 PM | 8h 44m |
| February | 8:02 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 13m |
| March | 7:08 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 7:04 AM | 8:46 PM | 13h 42m |
| May | 6:13 AM | 9:29 PM | 15h 16m |
| June | 5:51 AM | 9:59 PM | 16h 08m |
| July | 6:07 AM | 9:52 PM | 15h 45m |
| August | 6:47 AM | 9:09 PM | 14h 22m |
| September | 7:31 AM | 8:07 PM | 12h 37m |
| October | 8:14 AM | 7:05 PM | 10h 51m |
| November | 8:03 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 12m |
| December | 8:40 AM | 4:58 PM | 8h 18m |