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Sun Times in Kortenaken
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kortenaken?
Sunrise in Kortenaken on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kortenaken?
Sunset in Kortenaken on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:36 PM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kortenaken?
Morning golden hour in Kortenaken ends at 7:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in Kortenaken?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Kortenaken there are 13 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kortenaken?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kortenaken at 1:41 PM (Europe/Brussels). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kortenaken?
In Kortenaken, sunset is at 8:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:42 PM (Europe/Brussels). Civil twilight ends at 9:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kortenaken?
Twilight in Kortenaken lasts approximately 126 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 Kortenaken?
The earliest sunrise in Kortenaken in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 12 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kortenaken?
The latest sunset in Kortenaken in 2026 is at 9:57 PM on June 19 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kortenaken?
After sunset at 8:36 PM in Kortenaken, civil twilight ends at 9:11 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:42 PM (Europe/Brussels).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kortenaken 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 Kortenaken
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kortenaken on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:36 AM | 5:02 PM | 8h 26m |
| February | 7:52 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 04m |
| March | 6:53 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 8:35 PM | 13h 50m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 9:22 PM | 15h 32m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 9:55 PM | 16h 30m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 9:47 PM | 16h 05m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 9:00 PM | 14h 34m |
| September | 7:14 AM | 7:54 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 8:02 AM | 6:47 PM | 10h 45m |
| November | 7:55 AM | 4:52 PM | 8h 57m |
| December | 8:35 AM | 4:33 PM | 7h 58m |