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Sun Times in Kretinga
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kretinga?
Sunrise in Kretinga on Thursday, September 10, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (Europe/Vilnius). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kretinga?
Sunset in Kretinga on Thursday, September 10, 2026 is at 8:06 PM (Europe/Vilnius). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kretinga?
Morning golden hour in Kretinga ends at 7:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Kretinga?
On Thursday, September 10, 2026 in Kretinga there are 13 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kretinga?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kretinga at 1:32 PM (Europe/Vilnius). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kretinga?
In Kretinga, sunset is at 8:06 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:21 PM (Europe/Vilnius). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kretinga?
Twilight in Kretinga lasts approximately 135 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 Kretinga?
The earliest sunrise in Kretinga in 2026 is at 4:48 AM on June 16 (Europe/Vilnius). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kretinga?
The latest sunset in Kretinga in 2026 is at 10:24 PM on June 19 (Europe/Vilnius). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kretinga?
After sunset at 8:06 PM in Kretinga, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:21 PM (Europe/Vilnius).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kretinga 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 Kretinga
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kretinga on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:55 AM | 4:33 PM | 7h 38m |
| February | 8:00 AM | 5:38 PM | 9h 39m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 11m |
| May | 5:23 AM | 9:41 PM | 16h 18m |
| June | 4:49 AM | 10:22 PM | 17h 33m |
| July | 5:10 AM | 10:10 PM | 17h 00m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 9:11 PM | 15h 05m |
| September | 7:06 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 46m |
| October | 8:05 AM | 6:34 PM | 10h 29m |
| November | 8:10 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 17m |
| December | 8:59 AM | 4:00 PM | 7h 01m |