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Sun Times in Kotlas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kotlas?
Sunrise in Kotlas on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 4:29 AM (Europe/Moscow). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kotlas?
Sunset in Kotlas on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:19 PM (Europe/Moscow). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kotlas?
Morning golden hour in Kotlas ends at 5:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:20 PM.
How long is the day in Kotlas?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Kotlas there are 14 hours and 50 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kotlas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kotlas at 11:55 AM (Europe/Moscow). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kotlas?
In Kotlas, sunset is at 7:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:09 PM (Europe/Moscow). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kotlas?
Twilight in Kotlas lasts approximately 230 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 Kotlas?
The earliest sunrise in Kotlas in 2026 is at 2:13 AM on June 16 (Europe/Moscow). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kotlas?
The latest sunset in Kotlas in 2026 is at 9:37 PM on June 22 (Europe/Moscow). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kotlas?
After sunset at 7:19 PM in Kotlas, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 49 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:09 PM (Europe/Moscow).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kotlas 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 Kotlas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kotlas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:51 AM | 3:14 PM | 6h 23m |
| February | 7:36 AM | 4:39 PM | 9h 03m |
| March | 6:11 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 44m |
| April | 4:33 AM | 7:15 PM | 14h 42m |
| May | 3:06 AM | 8:34 PM | 17h 28m |
| June | 2:14 AM | 9:34 PM | 19h 20m |
| July | 2:44 AM | 9:13 PM | 18h 29m |
| August | 4:00 AM | 7:53 PM | 15h 52m |
| September | 5:19 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 57m |
| October | 6:35 AM | 4:41 PM | 10h 07m |
| November | 7:59 AM | 3:16 PM | 7h 17m |
| December | 9:03 AM | 2:33 PM | 5h 31m |