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Sun Times in Les Houches
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Les Houches?
Sunrise in Les Houches on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:43 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Les Houches?
Sunset in Les Houches on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 8:25 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Les Houches?
Morning golden hour in Les Houches ends at 7:23 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:45 PM.
How long is the day in Les Houches?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Les Houches there are 13 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Les Houches?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Les Houches at 1:35 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 Houches?
In Les Houches, sunset is at 8:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:17 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Les Houches?
Twilight in Les Houches lasts approximately 111 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 Houches?
The earliest sunrise in Les Houches in 2026 is at 5:41 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 Les Houches?
The latest sunset in Les Houches in 2026 is at 9:27 PM on June 22 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Les Houches?
After sunset at 8:25 PM in Les Houches, civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:17 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Les Houches 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 Houches
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Les Houches on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 04m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 24m |
| March | 6:45 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:47 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 32m |
| May | 6:01 AM | 8:57 PM | 14h 57m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 9:24 PM | 15h 43m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 23m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 09m |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:49 AM | 6:47 PM | 10h 58m |
| November | 7:32 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 29m |
| December | 8:07 AM | 4:48 PM | 8h 41m |