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Sun Times in Erlensee
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Erlensee?
Sunrise in Erlensee on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Erlensee?
Sunset in Erlensee on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:27 PM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Erlensee?
Morning golden hour in Erlensee ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:43 PM.
How long is the day in Erlensee?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Erlensee there are 14 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Erlensee?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Erlensee at 1:26 PM (Europe/Berlin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Erlensee?
In Erlensee, sunset is at 8:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:33 PM (Europe/Berlin). Civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Erlensee?
Twilight in Erlensee lasts approximately 127 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 Erlensee?
The earliest sunrise in Erlensee in 2026 is at 5:13 AM on June 12 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Erlensee?
The latest sunset in Erlensee in 2026 is at 9:38 PM on June 22 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Erlensee?
After sunset at 8:27 PM in Erlensee, civil twilight ends at 9:02 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:33 PM (Europe/Berlin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Erlensee 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 Erlensee
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Erlensee on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:17 AM | 4:49 PM | 8h 33m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 07m |
| March | 6:38 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 47m |
| May | 5:37 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 26m |
| June | 5:13 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 22m |
| July | 5:30 AM | 9:28 PM | 15h 58m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 30m |
| September | 6:59 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 7:46 AM | 6:32 PM | 10h 47m |
| November | 7:37 AM | 4:39 PM | 9h 02m |
| December | 8:16 AM | 4:21 PM | 8h 05m |