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Sun Times in Gaztelu
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gaztelu?
Sunrise in Gaztelu on Saturday, September 12, 2026 is at 7:44 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gaztelu?
Sunset in Gaztelu on Saturday, September 12, 2026 is at 8:23 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gaztelu?
Morning golden hour in Gaztelu ends at 8:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:46 PM.
How long is the day in Gaztelu?
On Saturday, September 12, 2026 in Gaztelu there are 12 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gaztelu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gaztelu at 2:04 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gaztelu?
In Gaztelu, sunset is at 8:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:01 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gaztelu?
Twilight in Gaztelu lasts approximately 98 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 Gaztelu?
The earliest sunrise in Gaztelu in 2026 is at 6:27 AM on June 14 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gaztelu?
The latest sunset in Gaztelu in 2026 is at 9:51 PM on June 20 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gaztelu?
After sunset at 8:23 PM in Gaztelu, civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:01 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gaztelu 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 Gaztelu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gaztelu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:36 AM | 5:58 PM | 9h 21m |
| February | 8:05 AM | 6:39 PM | 10h 33m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 7:26 AM | 8:50 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 6:44 AM | 9:24 PM | 14h 40m |
| June | 6:27 AM | 9:49 PM | 15h 22m |
| July | 6:42 AM | 9:45 PM | 15h 04m |
| August | 7:13 AM | 9:10 PM | 13h 57m |
| September | 7:47 AM | 8:18 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 8:21 AM | 7:25 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 8:00 AM | 5:44 PM | 9h 44m |
| December | 8:32 AM | 5:33 PM | 9h 01m |