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Sun Times in Kandava
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kandava?
Sunrise in Kandava on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:03 AM (Europe/Riga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kandava?
Sunset in Kandava on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:59 PM (Europe/Riga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kandava?
Morning golden hour in Kandava ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:06 PM.
How long is the day in Kandava?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Kandava there are 14 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kandava?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kandava at 1:32 PM (Europe/Riga). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kandava?
In Kandava, sunset is at 8:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:03 AM (Europe/Riga). Civil twilight ends at 9:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kandava?
Twilight in Kandava lasts approximately 183 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 Kandava?
The earliest sunrise in Kandava in 2026 is at 4:33 AM on June 15 (Europe/Riga). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kandava?
The latest sunset in Kandava in 2026 is at 10:28 PM on June 23 (Europe/Riga). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kandava?
After sunset at 8:59 PM in Kandava, civil twilight ends at 9:43 PM — about 44 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:03 AM (Europe/Riga).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kandava 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 Kandava
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kandava on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:56 AM | 4:20 PM | 7h 24m |
| February | 7:57 AM | 5:29 PM | 9h 32m |
| March | 6:44 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 17m |
| May | 5:10 AM | 9:41 PM | 16h 31m |
| June | 4:33 AM | 10:25 PM | 17h 52m |
| July | 4:56 AM | 10:12 PM | 17h 16m |
| August | 5:55 AM | 9:09 PM | 15h 14m |
| September | 6:59 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 48m |
| October | 8:01 AM | 6:26 PM | 10h 25m |
| November | 8:10 AM | 4:16 PM | 8h 06m |
| December | 9:01 AM | 3:46 PM | 6h 45m |