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Sun Times in Geleen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Geleen?
Sunrise in Geleen on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (Europe/Amsterdam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Geleen?
Sunset in Geleen on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:47 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Geleen?
Morning golden hour in Geleen ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:02 PM.
How long is the day in Geleen?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Geleen there are 14 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Geleen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Geleen at 1:40 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Geleen?
In Geleen, sunset is at 8:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:01 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). Civil twilight ends at 9:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Geleen?
Twilight in Geleen lasts approximately 133 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 Geleen?
The earliest sunrise in Geleen in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on June 14 (Europe/Amsterdam). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Geleen?
The latest sunset in Geleen in 2026 is at 9:55 PM on June 23 (Europe/Amsterdam). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Geleen?
After sunset at 8:47 PM in Geleen, civil twilight ends at 9:23 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:01 PM (Europe/Amsterdam).
What these times mean
Solar times in Geleen 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 Geleen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Geleen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:33 AM | 4:59 PM | 8h 26m |
| February | 7:49 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 03m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 8:32 PM | 13h 50m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 33m |
| June | 5:21 AM | 9:52 PM | 16h 31m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 05m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 34m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:51 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 7:59 AM | 6:44 PM | 10h 45m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 4:49 PM | 8h 57m |
| December | 8:33 AM | 4:30 PM | 7h 57m |