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Sun Times in Lucca
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lucca?
Sunrise in Lucca on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (Europe/Rome). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lucca?
Sunset in Lucca on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:02 PM (Europe/Rome). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lucca?
Morning golden hour in Lucca ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:24 PM.
How long is the day in Lucca?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Lucca there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lucca?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lucca at 1:19 PM (Europe/Rome). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lucca?
In Lucca, sunset is at 8:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:47 PM (Europe/Rome). Civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lucca?
Twilight in Lucca lasts approximately 105 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 Lucca?
The earliest sunrise in Lucca in 2026 is at 5:35 AM on June 9 (Europe/Rome). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lucca?
The latest sunset in Lucca in 2026 is at 9:04 PM on June 22 (Europe/Rome). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lucca?
After sunset at 8:02 PM in Lucca, civil twilight ends at 8:32 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:47 PM (Europe/Rome).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lucca 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 Lucca
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lucca on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:49 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 17m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 31m |
| March | 6:30 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 26m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 44m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 27m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 08m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 00m |
| September | 6:57 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 7:32 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 02m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 40m |
| December | 7:45 AM | 4:41 PM | 8h 56m |