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Sun Times in Ilinden
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ilinden?
Sunrise in Ilinden on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:45 AM (Europe/Skopje). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ilinden?
Sunset in Ilinden on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:28 PM (Europe/Skopje). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ilinden?
Morning golden hour in Ilinden ends at 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:50 PM.
How long is the day in Ilinden?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Ilinden there are 13 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ilinden?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ilinden at 12:37 PM (Europe/Skopje). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ilinden?
In Ilinden, sunset is at 7:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:12 PM (Europe/Skopje). Civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ilinden?
Twilight in Ilinden lasts approximately 104 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 Ilinden?
The earliest sunrise in Ilinden in 2026 is at 4:57 AM on June 10 (Europe/Skopje). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ilinden?
The latest sunset in Ilinden in 2026 is at 8:13 PM on June 23 (Europe/Skopje). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ilinden?
After sunset at 7:28 PM in Ilinden, civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:12 PM (Europe/Skopje).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ilinden 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 Ilinden
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ilinden on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:59 AM | 4:27 PM | 9h 28m |
| February | 6:29 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 37m |
| March | 5:45 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 5:53 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 21m |
| May | 5:13 AM | 7:47 PM | 14h 34m |
| June | 4:57 AM | 8:10 PM | 15h 13m |
| July | 5:11 AM | 8:07 PM | 14h 56m |
| August | 5:41 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 53m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 6:45 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 06m |
| November | 6:23 AM | 4:12 PM | 9h 49m |
| December | 6:54 AM | 4:02 PM | 9h 08m |