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Sun Times in Marseille 12
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Marseille 12?
Sunrise in Marseille 12 on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Marseille 12?
Sunset in Marseille 12 on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:30 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Marseille 12?
Morning golden hour in Marseille 12 ends at 7:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in Marseille 12?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Marseille 12 there are 13 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Marseille 12?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Marseille 12 at 1:41 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Marseille 12?
In Marseille 12, sunset is at 8:30 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:16 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Marseille 12?
Twilight in Marseille 12 lasts approximately 106 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 Marseille 12?
The earliest sunrise in Marseille 12 in 2026 is at 5:57 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 Marseille 12?
The latest sunset in Marseille 12 in 2026 is at 9:22 PM on June 21 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Marseille 12?
After sunset at 8:30 PM in Marseille 12, civil twilight ends at 9:00 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:16 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Marseille 12 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 Marseille 12
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Marseille 12 on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:07 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 20m |
| February | 7:36 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 32m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 8:21 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 41m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 23m |
| July | 6:11 AM | 9:16 PM | 15h 05m |
| August | 6:43 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 58m |
| September | 7:17 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:31 AM | 5:14 PM | 9h 43m |
| December | 8:03 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 00m |