Sun Times in Gontenschwil
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gontenschwil?
Sunrise in Gontenschwil on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gontenschwil?
Sunset in Gontenschwil on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:28 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gontenschwil?
Morning golden hour in Gontenschwil ends at 7:13 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:46 PM.
How long is the day in Gontenschwil?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Gontenschwil there are 13 hours and 56 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gontenschwil?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gontenschwil at 1:30 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gontenschwil?
In Gontenschwil, sunset is at 8:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:26 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 9:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gontenschwil?
Twilight in Gontenschwil lasts approximately 118 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 Gontenschwil?
The earliest sunrise in Gontenschwil in 2026 is at 5:30 AM on June 12 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gontenschwil?
The latest sunset in Gontenschwil in 2026 is at 9:27 PM on June 20 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gontenschwil?
After sunset at 8:28 PM in Gontenschwil, civil twilight ends at 9:01 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:26 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gontenschwil 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 Gontenschwil
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gontenschwil on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:09 AM | 5:04 PM | 8h 54m |
| February | 7:32 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 18m |
| March | 6:40 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 37m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 06m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 9:25 PM | 15h 55m |
| July | 5:46 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 33m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 15m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:45 AM | 6:40 PM | 10h 54m |
| November | 7:31 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 21m |
| December | 8:07 AM | 4:37 PM | 8h 30m |
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