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Sun Times in Hörstel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hörstel?
Sunrise in Hörstel on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hörstel?
Sunset in Hörstel on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:39 PM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hörstel?
Morning golden hour in Hörstel ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:53 PM.
How long is the day in Hörstel?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Hörstel there are 14 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hörstel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hörstel at 1:32 PM (Europe/Berlin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hörstel?
In Hörstel, sunset is at 8:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:57 PM (Europe/Berlin). Civil twilight ends at 9:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hörstel?
Twilight in Hörstel lasts approximately 138 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 Hörstel?
The earliest sunrise in Hörstel in 2026 is at 5:07 AM on June 12 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hörstel?
The latest sunset in Hörstel in 2026 is at 9:55 PM on June 20 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hörstel?
After sunset at 8:39 PM in Hörstel, civil twilight ends at 9:16 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:57 PM (Europe/Berlin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hörstel 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 Hörstel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hörstel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:32 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 14m |
| February | 7:45 AM | 5:42 PM | 9h 57m |
| March | 6:44 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 55m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 44m |
| June | 5:07 AM | 9:53 PM | 16h 46m |
| July | 5:26 AM | 9:44 PM | 16h 19m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 42m |
| September | 7:03 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 41m |
| October | 7:54 AM | 6:35 PM | 10h 41m |
| November | 7:50 AM | 4:37 PM | 8h 47m |
| December | 8:32 AM | 4:16 PM | 7h 44m |