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Sun Times in Le Crotoy
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Le Crotoy?
Sunrise in Le Crotoy on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Le Crotoy?
Sunset in Le Crotoy on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 9:08 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Le Crotoy?
Morning golden hour in Le Crotoy ends at 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:23 PM.
How long is the day in Le Crotoy?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Le Crotoy there are 14 hours and 23 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Le Crotoy?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Le Crotoy at 1:57 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 Crotoy?
In Le Crotoy, sunset is at 9:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:21 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Le Crotoy?
Twilight in Le Crotoy lasts approximately 133 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 Crotoy?
The earliest sunrise in Le Crotoy in 2026 is at 5:42 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 Crotoy?
The latest sunset in Le Crotoy in 2026 is at 10:08 PM on June 25 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Le Crotoy?
After sunset at 9:08 PM in Le Crotoy, civil twilight ends at 9:44 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:21 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Le Crotoy 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 Crotoy
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Le Crotoy on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:47 AM | 5:19 PM | 8h 32m |
| February | 8:04 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 07m |
| March | 7:07 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 7:00 AM | 8:47 PM | 13h 47m |
| May | 6:06 AM | 9:33 PM | 15h 27m |
| June | 5:42 AM | 10:05 PM | 16h 23m |
| July | 6:00 AM | 9:58 PM | 15h 58m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 9:12 PM | 14h 30m |
| September | 7:29 AM | 8:07 PM | 12h 38m |
| October | 8:15 AM | 7:02 PM | 10h 47m |
| November | 8:06 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 02m |
| December | 8:46 AM | 4:50 PM | 8h 04m |