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Sun Times in Kerch
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kerch?
Sunrise in Kerch on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:48 AM (Europe/Simferopol). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kerch?
Sunset in Kerch on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:22 PM (Europe/Simferopol). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kerch?
Morning golden hour in Kerch ends at 6:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:43 PM.
How long is the day in Kerch?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Kerch there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kerch?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kerch at 12:35 PM (Europe/Simferopol). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kerch?
In Kerch, sunset is at 7:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:11 PM (Europe/Simferopol). Civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kerch?
Twilight in Kerch lasts approximately 109 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 Kerch?
The earliest sunrise in Kerch in 2026 is at 4:45 AM on June 10 (Europe/Simferopol). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kerch?
The latest sunset in Kerch in 2026 is at 8:26 PM on June 22 (Europe/Simferopol). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kerch?
After sunset at 7:22 PM in Kerch, civil twilight ends at 7:53 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:11 PM (Europe/Simferopol).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kerch 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 Kerch
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kerch on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 07m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 25m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 5:49 AM | 7:19 PM | 13h 31m |
| May | 5:04 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 53m |
| June | 4:45 AM | 8:24 PM | 15h 39m |
| July | 5:00 AM | 8:19 PM | 15h 19m |
| August | 5:34 AM | 7:41 PM | 14h 07m |
| September | 6:12 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 6:49 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 59m |
| November | 7:32 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 32m |
| December | 8:06 AM | 4:51 PM | 8h 45m |