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Sun Times in Gernika-Lumo
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gernika-Lumo?
Sunrise in Gernika-Lumo on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 7:34 AM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gernika-Lumo?
Sunset in Gernika-Lumo on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 8:46 PM (Europe/Madrid). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gernika-Lumo?
Morning golden hour in Gernika-Lumo ends at 8:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:08 PM.
How long is the day in Gernika-Lumo?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Gernika-Lumo there are 13 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gernika-Lumo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gernika-Lumo at 2:10 PM (Europe/Madrid). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gernika-Lumo?
In Gernika-Lumo, sunset is at 8:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:27 PM (Europe/Madrid). Civil twilight ends at 9:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gernika-Lumo?
Twilight in Gernika-Lumo lasts approximately 101 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 Gernika-Lumo?
The earliest sunrise in Gernika-Lumo in 2026 is at 6:29 AM on June 13 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gernika-Lumo?
The latest sunset in Gernika-Lumo in 2026 is at 9:55 PM on June 24 (Europe/Madrid). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gernika-Lumo?
After sunset at 8:46 PM in Gernika-Lumo, civil twilight ends at 9:15 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:27 PM (Europe/Madrid).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gernika-Lumo 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 Gernika-Lumo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gernika-Lumo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:40 AM | 6:00 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 8:08 AM | 6:41 PM | 10h 32m |
| March | 7:23 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 7:28 AM | 8:53 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 6:46 AM | 9:28 PM | 14h 41m |
| June | 6:29 AM | 9:52 PM | 15h 23m |
| July | 6:44 AM | 9:48 PM | 15h 05m |
| August | 7:15 AM | 9:13 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 7:50 AM | 8:21 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 8:24 AM | 7:27 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 8:03 AM | 5:46 PM | 9h 43m |
| December | 8:36 AM | 5:35 PM | 9h 00m |