Sun Times in Melun
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Melun?
Sunrise in Melun on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:48 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Melun?
Sunset in Melun on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:56 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Melun?
Morning golden hour in Melun ends at 7:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:13 PM.
How long is the day in Melun?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Melun there are 14 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Melun?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Melun at 1:53 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Melun?
In Melun, sunset is at 8:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:00 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Melun?
Twilight in Melun lasts approximately 124 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 Melun?
The earliest sunrise in Melun in 2026 is at 5:46 AM on June 13 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Melun?
The latest sunset in Melun in 2026 is at 9:55 PM on June 21 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Melun?
After sunset at 8:56 PM in Melun, civil twilight ends at 9:30 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:00 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Melun 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 Melun
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Melun on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:36 AM | 5:21 PM | 8h 45m |
| February | 7:57 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 14m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:59 AM | 8:40 PM | 13h 41m |
| May | 6:08 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 14m |
| June | 5:46 AM | 9:53 PM | 16h 06m |
| July | 6:03 AM | 9:46 PM | 15h 44m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 9:04 PM | 14h 21m |
| September | 7:25 AM | 8:02 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 8:09 AM | 7:00 PM | 10h 51m |
| November | 7:57 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 13m |
| December | 8:34 AM | 4:54 PM | 8h 19m |
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