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Sun Times in Karstula
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Karstula?
Sunrise in Karstula on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Karstula?
Sunset in Karstula on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 8:05 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Karstula?
Morning golden hour in Karstula ends at 7:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:05 PM.
How long is the day in Karstula?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Karstula there are 13 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Karstula?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Karstula at 1:18 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Karstula?
In Karstula, sunset is at 8:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:12 PM (Europe/Helsinki). Civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Karstula?
Twilight in Karstula lasts approximately 187 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 Karstula?
The earliest sunrise in Karstula in 2026 is at 3:15 AM on June 18 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Karstula?
The latest sunset in Karstula in 2026 is at 11:29 PM on June 19 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Karstula?
After sunset at 8:05 PM in Karstula, civil twilight ends at 8:53 PM — about 48 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:12 PM (Europe/Helsinki).
What these times mean
Solar times in Karstula 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 Karstula
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Karstula on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:34 AM | 3:27 PM | 5h 53m |
| February | 8:10 AM | 5:00 PM | 8h 50m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 43m |
| April | 5:54 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 54m |
| May | 4:19 AM | 10:16 PM | 17h 57m |
| June | 3:17 AM | 11:26 PM | 20h 09m |
| July | 3:52 AM | 10:59 PM | 19h 07m |
| August | 5:19 AM | 9:29 PM | 16h 10m |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 00m |
| October | 8:07 AM | 6:05 PM | 9h 58m |
| November | 8:38 AM | 3:31 PM | 6h 53m |
| December | 9:50 AM | 2:41 PM | 4h 51m |