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Sun Times in Meydan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Meydan?
Sunrise in Meydan on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:31 AM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Meydan?
Sunset in Meydan on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 7:00 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Meydan?
Morning golden hour in Meydan ends at 6:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:24 PM.
How long is the day in Meydan?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Meydan there are 13 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Meydan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Meydan at 12:16 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Meydan?
In Meydan, sunset is at 7:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:36 PM (Europe/Istanbul). Civil twilight ends at 7:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Meydan?
Twilight in Meydan lasts approximately 96 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 Meydan?
The earliest sunrise in Meydan in 2026 is at 4:48 AM on June 10 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Meydan?
The latest sunset in Meydan in 2026 is at 7:40 PM on June 21 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Meydan?
After sunset at 7:00 PM in Meydan, civil twilight ends at 7:28 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:36 PM (Europe/Istanbul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Meydan 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 Meydan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Meydan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 48m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 47m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 5:37 AM | 6:49 PM | 13h 12m |
| May | 5:01 AM | 7:17 PM | 14h 15m |
| June | 4:48 AM | 7:38 PM | 14h 50m |
| July | 5:01 AM | 7:36 PM | 14h 35m |
| August | 5:27 AM | 7:07 PM | 13h 40m |
| September | 5:54 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 6:21 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 14m |
| November | 6:54 AM | 5:00 PM | 10h 06m |
| December | 7:22 AM | 4:53 PM | 9h 31m |