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Sun Times in Giresun
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Giresun?
Sunrise in Giresun on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Giresun?
Sunset in Giresun on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:04 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Giresun?
Morning golden hour in Giresun ends at 6:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:27 PM.
How long is the day in Giresun?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Giresun there are 13 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Giresun?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Giresun at 12:27 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Giresun?
In Giresun, sunset is at 7:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:41 PM (Europe/Istanbul). Civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Giresun?
Twilight in Giresun 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 Giresun?
The earliest sunrise in Giresun in 2026 is at 4:54 AM on June 7 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Giresun?
The latest sunset in Giresun in 2026 is at 8:02 PM on June 22 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Giresun?
After sunset at 7:04 PM in Giresun, civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:41 PM (Europe/Istanbul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Giresun 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 Giresun
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Giresun on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:49 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 34m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 40m |
| March | 6:38 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 5:47 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 18m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 7:37 PM | 14h 28m |
| June | 4:54 AM | 8:00 PM | 15h 06m |
| July | 5:07 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 50m |
| August | 5:36 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 49m |
| September | 6:06 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 29m |
| October | 6:37 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 09m |
| November | 7:13 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 55m |
| December | 7:43 AM | 4:59 PM | 9h 15m |