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Sun Times in Le Châtelet
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Le Châtelet?
Sunrise in Le Châtelet on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 7:00 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Le Châtelet?
Sunset in Le Châtelet on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 8:45 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Le Châtelet?
Morning golden hour in Le Châtelet ends at 7:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:04 PM.
How long is the day in Le Châtelet?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Le Châtelet there are 13 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Le Châtelet?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Le Châtelet at 1:53 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Le Châtelet?
In Le Châtelet, sunset is at 8:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:38 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Le Châtelet?
Twilight in Le Châtelet lasts approximately 114 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 Le Châtelet?
The earliest sunrise in Le Châtelet in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on June 13 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Le Châtelet?
The latest sunset in Le Châtelet in 2026 is at 9:48 PM on June 21 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Le Châtelet?
After sunset at 8:45 PM in Le Châtelet, civil twilight ends at 9:17 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:38 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Le Châtelet 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 Le Châtelet
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Le Châtelet on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:31 AM | 5:29 PM | 8h 59m |
| February | 7:54 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 21m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 7:03 AM | 8:38 PM | 13h 35m |
| May | 6:16 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 02m |
| June | 5:56 AM | 9:46 PM | 15h 49m |
| July | 6:12 AM | 9:40 PM | 15h 29m |
| August | 6:48 AM | 9:01 PM | 14h 12m |
| September | 7:28 AM | 8:02 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 8:08 AM | 7:04 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 7:53 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 24m |
| December | 8:28 AM | 5:03 PM | 8h 35m |