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Sun Times in Gaeta
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gaeta?
Sunrise in Gaeta on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Europe/Rome). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gaeta?
Sunset in Gaeta on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (Europe/Rome). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gaeta?
Morning golden hour in Gaeta ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:20 PM.
How long is the day in Gaeta?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Gaeta there are 13 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gaeta?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gaeta at 1:09 PM (Europe/Rome). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gaeta?
In Gaeta, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:39 PM (Europe/Rome). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gaeta?
Twilight in Gaeta lasts approximately 102 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 Gaeta?
The earliest sunrise in Gaeta in 2026 is at 5:32 AM on June 8 (Europe/Rome). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gaeta?
The latest sunset in Gaeta in 2026 is at 8:42 PM on June 21 (Europe/Rome). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gaeta?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Gaeta, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:39 PM (Europe/Rome).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gaeta 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 Gaeta
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gaeta on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:29 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 32m |
| February | 7:00 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 39m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 19m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 30m |
| June | 5:32 AM | 8:40 PM | 15h 08m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 52m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 50m |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 7:17 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 08m |
| November | 6:53 AM | 4:46 PM | 9h 53m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 4:37 PM | 9h 13m |