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Sun Times in Margencel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Margencel?
Sunrise in Margencel on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 6:45 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Margencel?
Sunset in Margencel on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 8:26 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Margencel?
Morning golden hour in Margencel ends at 7:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:45 PM.
How long is the day in Margencel?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Margencel there are 13 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Margencel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Margencel at 1:36 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Margencel?
In Margencel, sunset is at 8:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:18 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 8:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Margencel?
Twilight in Margencel lasts approximately 112 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 Margencel?
The earliest sunrise in Margencel in 2026 is at 5:41 AM on June 11 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Margencel?
The latest sunset in Margencel in 2026 is at 9:30 PM on June 20 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Margencel?
After sunset at 8:26 PM in Margencel, civil twilight ends at 8:58 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:18 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Margencel 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 Margencel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Margencel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:13 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 01m |
| February | 7:37 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 22m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 6:47 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 34m |
| May | 6:01 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 00m |
| June | 5:41 AM | 9:28 PM | 15h 47m |
| July | 5:56 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 26m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 8:43 PM | 14h 11m |
| September | 7:12 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 6:48 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:35 AM | 5:01 PM | 9h 26m |
| December | 8:10 AM | 4:48 PM | 8h 37m |