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Sun Times in Gdańsk
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gdańsk?
Sunrise in Gdańsk on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:43 AM (Europe/Warsaw). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gdańsk?
Sunset in Gdańsk on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:49 PM (Europe/Warsaw). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gdańsk?
Morning golden hour in Gdańsk ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:00 PM.
How long is the day in Gdańsk?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Gdańsk there are 14 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gdańsk?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gdańsk at 12:46 PM (Europe/Warsaw). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gdańsk?
In Gdańsk, sunset is at 7:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:11 PM (Europe/Warsaw). Civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gdańsk?
Twilight in Gdańsk lasts approximately 143 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 Gdańsk?
The earliest sunrise in Gdańsk in 2026 is at 4:10 AM on June 13 (Europe/Warsaw). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gdańsk?
The latest sunset in Gdańsk in 2026 is at 9:24 PM on June 22 (Europe/Warsaw). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gdańsk?
After sunset at 7:49 PM in Gdańsk, civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:11 PM (Europe/Warsaw).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gdańsk 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 Gdańsk
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gdańsk on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:57 AM | 3:52 PM | 7h 54m |
| February | 7:06 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 47m |
| March | 6:00 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 5:44 AM | 7:48 PM | 14h 04m |
| May | 4:41 AM | 8:43 PM | 16h 02m |
| June | 4:10 AM | 9:21 PM | 17h 11m |
| July | 4:30 AM | 9:11 PM | 16h 41m |
| August | 5:21 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 55m |
| September | 6:18 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 44m |
| October | 7:13 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 34m |
| November | 7:14 AM | 3:44 PM | 8h 31m |
| December | 8:00 AM | 3:20 PM | 7h 21m |