Sun Times in Lyon 02
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lyon 02?
Sunrise in Lyon 02 on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:40 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lyon 02?
Sunset in Lyon 02 on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:48 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lyon 02?
Morning golden hour in Lyon 02 ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:07 PM.
How long is the day in Lyon 02?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Lyon 02 there are 14 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lyon 02?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lyon 02 at 1:45 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lyon 02?
In Lyon 02, sunset is at 8:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:45 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lyon 02?
Twilight in Lyon 02 lasts approximately 117 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 Lyon 02?
The earliest sunrise in Lyon 02 in 2026 is at 5:50 AM on June 10 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lyon 02?
The latest sunset in Lyon 02 in 2026 is at 9:34 PM on June 21 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lyon 02?
After sunset at 8:48 PM in Lyon 02, civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:45 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lyon 02 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 Lyon 02
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lyon 02 on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:17 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 05m |
| February | 7:43 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 24m |
| March | 6:53 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 32m |
| May | 6:09 AM | 9:05 PM | 14h 56m |
| June | 5:50 AM | 9:32 PM | 15h 42m |
| July | 6:05 AM | 9:27 PM | 15h 22m |
| August | 6:40 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 08m |
| September | 7:18 AM | 7:52 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:57 AM | 6:55 PM | 10h 58m |
| November | 7:40 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 30m |
| December | 8:14 AM | 4:56 PM | 8h 42m |
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