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Sun Times in Lugano
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lugano?
Sunrise in Lugano on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lugano?
Sunset in Lugano on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:34 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lugano?
Morning golden hour in Lugano ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:53 PM.
How long is the day in Lugano?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Lugano there are 14 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lugano?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lugano at 1:28 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lugano?
In Lugano, sunset is at 8:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:33 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 9:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lugano?
Twilight in Lugano lasts approximately 118 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 Lugano?
The earliest sunrise in Lugano in 2026 is at 5:32 AM on June 12 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lugano?
The latest sunset in Lugano in 2026 is at 9:19 PM on June 23 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lugano?
After sunset at 8:34 PM in Lugano, civil twilight ends at 9:07 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:33 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lugano 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 Lugano
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lugano on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:02 AM | 5:05 PM | 9h 03m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 23m |
| March | 6:37 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 33m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 57m |
| June | 5:32 AM | 9:16 PM | 15h 44m |
| July | 5:48 AM | 9:11 PM | 15h 24m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:33 PM | 14h 10m |
| September | 7:02 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:40 AM | 6:38 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:24 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 28m |
| December | 7:59 AM | 4:39 PM | 8h 40m |