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Sun Times in Meppen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Meppen?
Sunrise in Meppen on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Meppen?
Sunset in Meppen on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:46 PM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Meppen?
Morning golden hour in Meppen ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:59 PM.
How long is the day in Meppen?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Meppen there are 14 hours and 25 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Meppen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Meppen at 1:34 PM (Europe/Berlin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Meppen?
In Meppen, sunset is at 8:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:08 PM (Europe/Berlin). Civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Meppen?
Twilight in Meppen lasts approximately 143 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 Meppen?
The earliest sunrise in Meppen in 2026 is at 5:06 AM on June 12 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Meppen?
The latest sunset in Meppen in 2026 is at 9:59 PM on June 23 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Meppen?
After sunset at 8:46 PM in Meppen, civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:08 PM (Europe/Berlin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Meppen 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 Meppen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Meppen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:35 AM | 4:45 PM | 8h 11m |
| February | 7:47 AM | 5:43 PM | 9h 56m |
| March | 6:45 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 57m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 9:21 PM | 15h 47m |
| June | 5:06 AM | 9:56 PM | 16h 50m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 9:47 PM | 16h 23m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 44m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:56 AM | 6:35 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:53 AM | 4:37 PM | 8h 44m |
| December | 8:36 AM | 4:15 PM | 7h 40m |