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Sun Times in Gelsa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gelsa?
Sunrise in Gelsa on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 7:15 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gelsa?
Sunset in Gelsa on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:53 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gelsa?
Morning golden hour in Gelsa ends at 7:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:16 PM.
How long is the day in Gelsa?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Gelsa there are 13 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gelsa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gelsa at 2:05 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gelsa?
In Gelsa, sunset is at 8:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:36 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 9:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gelsa?
Twilight in Gelsa 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 Gelsa?
The earliest sunrise in Gelsa in 2026 is at 6:27 AM on June 11 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gelsa?
The latest sunset in Gelsa in 2026 is at 9:39 PM on June 22 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gelsa?
After sunset at 8:53 PM in Gelsa, civil twilight ends at 9:23 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:36 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gelsa 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 Gelsa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gelsa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:25 AM | 5:57 PM | 9h 31m |
| February | 7:56 AM | 6:35 PM | 10h 39m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 7:22 AM | 8:42 PM | 13h 20m |
| May | 6:43 AM | 9:13 PM | 14h 31m |
| June | 6:27 AM | 9:37 PM | 15h 09m |
| July | 6:41 AM | 9:33 PM | 14h 53m |
| August | 7:10 AM | 9:01 PM | 13h 51m |
| September | 7:42 AM | 8:11 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 8:13 AM | 7:21 PM | 11h 07m |
| November | 7:50 AM | 5:42 PM | 9h 52m |
| December | 8:20 AM | 5:33 PM | 9h 12m |