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Sun Times in Lysekil
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lysekil?
Sunrise in Lysekil on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:49 AM (Europe/Stockholm). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lysekil?
Sunset in Lysekil on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:44 PM (Europe/Stockholm). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lysekil?
Morning golden hour in Lysekil ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:49 PM.
How long is the day in Lysekil?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Lysekil there are 14 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lysekil?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lysekil at 1:17 PM (Europe/Stockholm). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lysekil?
In Lysekil, sunset is at 8:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:57 PM (Europe/Stockholm). Civil twilight ends at 9:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lysekil?
Twilight in Lysekil lasts approximately 194 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 Lysekil?
The earliest sunrise in Lysekil in 2026 is at 4:07 AM on June 16 (Europe/Stockholm). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lysekil?
The latest sunset in Lysekil in 2026 is at 10:24 PM on June 21 (Europe/Stockholm). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lysekil?
After sunset at 8:44 PM in Lysekil, civil twilight ends at 9:29 PM — about 45 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:57 PM (Europe/Stockholm).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lysekil 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 Lysekil
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lysekil on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:49 AM | 3:58 PM | 7h 09m |
| February | 7:46 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 25m |
| March | 6:30 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 24m |
| May | 4:48 AM | 9:34 PM | 16h 46m |
| June | 4:08 AM | 10:21 PM | 18h 13m |
| July | 4:32 AM | 10:06 PM | 17h 34m |
| August | 5:36 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 24m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 50m |
| October | 7:49 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 20m |
| November | 8:02 AM | 3:54 PM | 7h 53m |
| December | 8:56 AM | 3:22 PM | 6h 26m |