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Sun Times in Les Arcs
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Les Arcs?
Sunrise in Les Arcs on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Les Arcs?
Sunset in Les Arcs on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:24 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Les Arcs?
Morning golden hour in Les Arcs ends at 7:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:46 PM.
How long is the day in Les Arcs?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Les Arcs there are 13 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Les Arcs?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Les Arcs at 1:36 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Les Arcs?
In Les Arcs, sunset is at 8:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:10 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 8:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Les Arcs?
Twilight in Les Arcs lasts approximately 106 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 Les Arcs?
The earliest sunrise in Les Arcs in 2026 is at 5:52 AM on June 11 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Les Arcs?
The latest sunset in Les Arcs in 2026 is at 9:19 PM on June 25 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Les Arcs?
After sunset at 8:24 PM in Les Arcs, civil twilight ends at 8:54 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:10 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Les Arcs 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 Les Arcs
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Les Arcs on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:03 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 19m |
| February | 7:32 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 32m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:51 AM | 8:17 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 6:09 AM | 8:51 PM | 14h 42m |
| June | 5:52 AM | 9:16 PM | 15h 24m |
| July | 6:06 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 06m |
| August | 6:38 AM | 8:37 PM | 13h 59m |
| September | 7:13 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 7:27 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 42m |
| December | 7:59 AM | 4:58 PM | 8h 59m |