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Sun Times in Kalkara
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kalkara?
Sunrise in Kalkara on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:23 AM (Europe/Malta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kalkara?
Sunset in Kalkara on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:46 PM (Europe/Malta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kalkara?
Morning golden hour in Kalkara ends at 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:12 PM.
How long is the day in Kalkara?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Kalkara there are 13 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kalkara?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kalkara at 1:05 PM (Europe/Malta). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kalkara?
In Kalkara, sunset is at 7:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:19 PM (Europe/Malta). Civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kalkara?
Twilight in Kalkara lasts approximately 93 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 Kalkara?
The earliest sunrise in Kalkara in 2026 is at 5:44 AM on June 11 (Europe/Malta). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kalkara?
The latest sunset in Kalkara in 2026 is at 8:22 PM on June 24 (Europe/Malta). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kalkara?
After sunset at 7:46 PM in Kalkara, civil twilight ends at 8:13 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:19 PM (Europe/Malta).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kalkara 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 Kalkara
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kalkara on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:11 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 00m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 54m |
| March | 6:12 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 5:56 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 5:44 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 35m |
| July | 5:56 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 22m |
| August | 6:20 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 31m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:37 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 17m |
| December | 7:04 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 44m |