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Sun Times in Kappelen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kappelen?
Sunrise in Kappelen on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kappelen?
Sunset in Kappelen on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:33 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kappelen?
Morning golden hour in Kappelen ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in Kappelen?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Kappelen there are 13 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kappelen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kappelen at 1:34 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kappelen?
In Kappelen, sunset is at 8:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:30 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kappelen?
Twilight in Kappelen lasts approximately 118 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 Kappelen?
The earliest sunrise in Kappelen in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on June 10 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kappelen?
The latest sunset in Kappelen in 2026 is at 9:30 PM on June 22 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kappelen?
After sunset at 8:33 PM in Kappelen, civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:30 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kappelen 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 Kappelen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kappelen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:12 AM | 5:08 PM | 8h 56m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 5:55 PM | 10h 19m |
| March | 6:44 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 36m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 04m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 9:28 PM | 15h 53m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 9:22 PM | 15h 32m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 14m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:48 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 55m |
| November | 7:34 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 22m |
| December | 8:10 AM | 4:41 PM | 8h 32m |