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Sun Times in Langesund
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Langesund?
Sunrise in Langesund on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:48 AM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Langesund?
Sunset in Langesund on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:58 PM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Langesund?
Morning golden hour in Langesund ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:02 PM.
How long is the day in Langesund?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Langesund there are 15 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Langesund?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Langesund at 1:24 PM (Europe/Oslo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Langesund?
In Langesund, sunset is at 8:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:43 AM (Europe/Oslo). Civil twilight ends at 9:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Langesund?
Twilight in Langesund lasts approximately 225 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 Langesund?
The earliest sunrise in Langesund in 2026 is at 4:07 AM on June 15 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Langesund?
The latest sunset in Langesund in 2026 is at 10:38 PM on June 21 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Langesund?
After sunset at 8:58 PM in Langesund, civil twilight ends at 9:46 PM — about 47 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:43 AM (Europe/Oslo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Langesund 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 Langesund
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Langesund on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:01 AM | 4:00 PM | 6h 59m |
| February | 7:55 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 20m |
| March | 6:37 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 8:35 PM | 14h 28m |
| May | 4:50 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 55m |
| June | 4:07 AM | 10:35 PM | 18h 28m |
| July | 4:33 AM | 10:19 PM | 17h 46m |
| August | 5:39 AM | 9:09 PM | 15h 30m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 52m |
| October | 7:57 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 17m |
| November | 8:12 AM | 3:57 PM | 7h 45m |
| December | 9:09 AM | 3:23 PM | 6h 14m |