Sun Times in Kriens
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kriens?
Sunrise in Kriens on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:29 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kriens?
Sunset in Kriens on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:31 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kriens?
Morning golden hour in Kriens ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:49 PM.
How long is the day in Kriens?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Kriens there are 14 hours and 2 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kriens?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kriens at 1:30 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kriens?
In Kriens, sunset is at 8:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:29 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 9:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kriens?
Twilight in Kriens lasts approximately 118 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 Kriens?
The earliest sunrise in Kriens in 2026 is at 5:31 AM on June 10 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kriens?
The latest sunset in Kriens in 2026 is at 9:26 PM on June 23 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kriens?
After sunset at 8:31 PM in Kriens, civil twilight ends at 9:03 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:29 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kriens 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 Kriens
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kriens on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:08 AM | 5:04 PM | 8h 56m |
| February | 7:31 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 19m |
| March | 6:40 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 36m |
| May | 5:51 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 04m |
| June | 5:31 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 53m |
| July | 5:46 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 32m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 14m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:44 AM | 6:39 PM | 10h 55m |
| November | 7:30 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 22m |
| December | 8:05 AM | 4:37 PM | 8h 32m |
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