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Sun Times in Le Gâvre
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Le Gâvre?
Sunrise in Le Gâvre on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:05 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Le Gâvre?
Sunset in Le Gâvre on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 9:15 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Le Gâvre?
Morning golden hour in Le Gâvre ends at 7:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:33 PM.
How long is the day in Le Gâvre?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Le Gâvre there are 14 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Le Gâvre?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Le Gâvre at 2:11 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 Gâvre?
In Le Gâvre, sunset is at 9:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:17 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Le Gâvre?
Twilight in Le Gâvre lasts approximately 121 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 Gâvre?
The earliest sunrise in Le Gâvre in 2026 is at 6:09 AM on June 10 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Le Gâvre?
The latest sunset in Le Gâvre in 2026 is at 10:08 PM on June 21 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Le Gâvre?
After sunset at 9:15 PM in Le Gâvre, civil twilight ends at 9:49 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:17 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Le Gâvre 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 Gâvre
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Le Gâvre on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:50 AM | 5:42 PM | 8h 53m |
| February | 8:12 AM | 6:30 PM | 10h 18m |
| March | 7:20 AM | 7:12 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 7:18 AM | 8:56 PM | 13h 38m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 9:37 PM | 15h 07m |
| June | 6:09 AM | 10:06 PM | 15h 57m |
| July | 6:25 AM | 10:00 PM | 15h 35m |
| August | 7:02 AM | 9:19 PM | 14h 16m |
| September | 7:44 AM | 8:19 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 8:25 AM | 7:19 PM | 10h 54m |
| November | 8:11 AM | 5:30 PM | 9h 19m |
| December | 8:48 AM | 5:16 PM | 8h 28m |