Sun Times in Lausanne
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lausanne?
Sunrise in Lausanne on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:30 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lausanne?
Sunset in Lausanne on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:45 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lausanne?
Morning golden hour in Lausanne ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:03 PM.
How long is the day in Lausanne?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Lausanne there are 14 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lausanne?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lausanne at 1:38 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lausanne?
In Lausanne, sunset is at 8:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:45 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lausanne?
Twilight in Lausanne lasts approximately 120 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 Lausanne?
The earliest sunrise in Lausanne in 2026 is at 5:39 AM on June 14 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lausanne?
The latest sunset in Lausanne in 2026 is at 9:30 PM on June 21 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lausanne?
After sunset at 8:45 PM in Lausanne, civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:45 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lausanne 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 Lausanne
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lausanne on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:13 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 00m |
| February | 7:37 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 21m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 34m |
| May | 5:59 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 01m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 9:28 PM | 15h 48m |
| July | 5:55 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 28m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 12m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:50 AM | 6:47 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 7:35 AM | 5:00 PM | 9h 25m |
| December | 8:10 AM | 4:46 PM | 8h 36m |
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