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Sun Times in Heiligenstadt
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Heiligenstadt?
Sunrise in Heiligenstadt on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Heiligenstadt?
Sunset in Heiligenstadt on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:21 PM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Heiligenstadt?
Morning golden hour in Heiligenstadt ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Heiligenstadt?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Heiligenstadt there are 14 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Heiligenstadt?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Heiligenstadt at 1:18 PM (Europe/Berlin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Heiligenstadt?
In Heiligenstadt, sunset is at 8:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:29 PM (Europe/Berlin). Civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Heiligenstadt?
Twilight in Heiligenstadt lasts approximately 127 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 Heiligenstadt?
The earliest sunrise in Heiligenstadt in 2026 is at 5:06 AM on June 11 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Heiligenstadt?
The latest sunset in Heiligenstadt in 2026 is at 9:28 PM on June 25 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Heiligenstadt?
After sunset at 8:21 PM in Heiligenstadt, civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:29 PM (Europe/Berlin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Heiligenstadt 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 Heiligenstadt
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Heiligenstadt on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:07 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 35m |
| February | 7:25 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 08m |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 46m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 24m |
| June | 5:06 AM | 9:25 PM | 16h 19m |
| July | 5:23 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 55m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 28m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 7:36 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 48m |
| November | 7:27 AM | 4:31 PM | 9h 04m |
| December | 8:06 AM | 4:14 PM | 8h 08m |