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Sun Times in Flanders
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Flanders?
Sunrise in Flanders on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:05 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Flanders?
Sunset in Flanders on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:41 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Flanders?
Morning golden hour in Flanders ends at 6:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:04 PM.
How long is the day in Flanders?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Flanders there are 13 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Flanders?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Flanders at 12:53 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Flanders?
In Flanders, sunset is at 7:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:22 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Flanders?
Twilight in Flanders lasts approximately 101 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 Flanders?
The earliest sunrise in Flanders in 2026 is at 5:18 AM on June 7 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Flanders?
The latest sunset in Flanders in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 22 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Flanders?
After sunset at 7:41 PM in Flanders, civil twilight ends at 8:10 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:22 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Flanders 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 Flanders
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Flanders on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:12 AM | 4:47 PM | 9h 34m |
| February | 6:44 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 41m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:57 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 7:30 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 8:01 PM | 14h 29m |
| June | 5:18 AM | 8:24 PM | 15h 06m |
| July | 5:31 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 49m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 48m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 28m |
| October | 7:01 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 4:31 PM | 9h 54m |
| December | 7:07 AM | 4:23 PM | 9h 15m |