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Sun Times in Lille
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lille?
Sunrise in Lille on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lille?
Sunset in Lille on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:04 PM (Europe/Brussels). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lille?
Morning golden hour in Lille ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:18 PM.
How long is the day in Lille?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Lille there are 14 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lille?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lille at 1:45 PM (Europe/Brussels). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lille?
In Lille, sunset is at 9:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:26 PM (Europe/Brussels). Civil twilight ends at 9:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lille?
Twilight in Lille lasts approximately 142 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 Lille?
The earliest sunrise in Lille in 2026 is at 5:24 AM on June 12 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lille?
The latest sunset in Lille in 2026 is at 10:00 PM on June 20 (Europe/Brussels). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lille?
After sunset at 9:04 PM in Lille, civil twilight ends at 9:41 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:26 PM (Europe/Brussels).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lille 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 Lille
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lille on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:38 AM | 5:02 PM | 8h 24m |
| February | 7:54 AM | 5:56 PM | 10h 02m |
| March | 6:54 AM | 6:45 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:45 AM | 8:36 PM | 13h 51m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 9:25 PM | 15h 35m |
| June | 5:24 AM | 9:58 PM | 16h 34m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 9:50 PM | 16h 08m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 36m |
| September | 7:15 AM | 7:55 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 8:04 AM | 6:47 PM | 10h 44m |
| November | 7:57 AM | 4:52 PM | 8h 55m |
| December | 8:38 AM | 4:33 PM | 7h 55m |