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Sun Times in La Chaux
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in La Chaux?
Sunrise in La Chaux on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:38 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in La Chaux?
Sunset in La Chaux on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:35 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in La Chaux?
Morning golden hour in La Chaux ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:54 PM.
How long is the day in La Chaux?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in La Chaux there are 13 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in La Chaux?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in La Chaux at 1:37 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in La Chaux?
In La Chaux, sunset is at 8:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:31 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in La Chaux?
Twilight in La Chaux lasts approximately 116 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 La Chaux?
The earliest sunrise in La Chaux in 2026 is at 5:40 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 La Chaux?
The latest sunset in La Chaux in 2026 is at 9:31 PM on June 20 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in La Chaux?
After sunset at 8:35 PM in La Chaux, civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:31 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in La Chaux 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 La Chaux
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in La Chaux on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:14 AM | 5:13 PM | 8h 59m |
| February | 7:38 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 21m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:47 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 35m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 01m |
| June | 5:40 AM | 9:29 PM | 15h 49m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 9:24 PM | 15h 28m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 12m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 6:47 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 7:36 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 25m |
| December | 8:11 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 35m |