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Sun Times in Kanepi
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kanepi?
Sunrise in Kanepi on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (Europe/Tallinn). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kanepi?
Sunset in Kanepi on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:44 PM (Europe/Tallinn). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kanepi?
Morning golden hour in Kanepi ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:49 PM.
How long is the day in Kanepi?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Kanepi there are 14 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kanepi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kanepi at 1:16 PM (Europe/Tallinn). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kanepi?
In Kanepi, sunset is at 8:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:58 PM (Europe/Tallinn). Civil twilight ends at 9:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kanepi?
Twilight in Kanepi lasts approximately 194 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 Kanepi?
The earliest sunrise in Kanepi in 2026 is at 4:09 AM on June 14 (Europe/Tallinn). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kanepi?
The latest sunset in Kanepi in 2026 is at 10:20 PM on June 21 (Europe/Tallinn). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kanepi?
After sunset at 8:44 PM in Kanepi, civil twilight ends at 9:29 PM — about 45 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:58 PM (Europe/Tallinn).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kanepi 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 Kanepi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kanepi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:46 AM | 3:58 PM | 7h 13m |
| February | 7:44 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 26m |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 6:02 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 22m |
| May | 4:49 AM | 9:31 PM | 16h 42m |
| June | 4:09 AM | 10:17 PM | 18h 08m |
| July | 4:33 AM | 10:03 PM | 17h 30m |
| August | 5:35 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 22m |
| September | 6:42 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 50m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 21m |
| November | 7:59 AM | 3:55 PM | 7h 56m |
| December | 8:52 AM | 3:23 PM | 6h 31m |