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Sun Times in Houthulst
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Houthulst?
Sunrise in Houthulst on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Houthulst?
Sunset in Houthulst on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:44 PM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Houthulst?
Morning golden hour in Houthulst ends at 7:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:00 PM.
How long is the day in Houthulst?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Houthulst there are 13 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Houthulst?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Houthulst at 1:49 PM (Europe/Brussels). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Houthulst?
In Houthulst, sunset is at 8:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:51 PM (Europe/Brussels). Civil twilight ends at 9:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Houthulst?
Twilight in Houthulst lasts approximately 126 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 Houthulst?
The earliest sunrise in Houthulst in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on June 12 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Houthulst?
The latest sunset in Houthulst in 2026 is at 10:06 PM on June 20 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Houthulst?
After sunset at 8:44 PM in Houthulst, civil twilight ends at 9:19 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:51 PM (Europe/Brussels).
What these times mean
Solar times in Houthulst 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 Houthulst
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Houthulst on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:44 AM | 5:10 PM | 8h 26m |
| February | 8:00 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 03m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:53 AM | 8:43 PM | 13h 50m |
| May | 5:58 AM | 9:31 PM | 15h 33m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 10:04 PM | 16h 31m |
| July | 5:51 AM | 9:56 PM | 16h 05m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 9:09 PM | 14h 34m |
| September | 7:23 AM | 8:02 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 8:11 AM | 6:55 PM | 10h 45m |
| November | 8:04 AM | 5:00 PM | 8h 57m |
| December | 8:44 AM | 4:41 PM | 7h 57m |