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Sun Times in Montcenis
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Montcenis?
Sunrise in Montcenis on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:59 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Montcenis?
Sunset in Montcenis on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 8:25 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Montcenis?
Morning golden hour in Montcenis ends at 7:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:45 PM.
How long is the day in Montcenis?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Montcenis there are 13 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Montcenis?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Montcenis at 1:43 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Montcenis?
In Montcenis, sunset is at 8:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:16 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Montcenis?
Twilight in Montcenis lasts approximately 111 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 Montcenis?
The earliest sunrise in Montcenis in 2026 is at 5:47 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 Montcenis?
The latest sunset in Montcenis in 2026 is at 9:40 PM on June 20 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Montcenis?
After sunset at 8:25 PM in Montcenis, civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM — about 31 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 Montcenis 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 Montcenis
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Montcenis on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:23 AM | 5:20 PM | 8h 58m |
| February | 7:46 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 20m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 8:30 PM | 13h 35m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 02m |
| June | 5:47 AM | 9:38 PM | 15h 51m |
| July | 6:03 AM | 9:33 PM | 15h 30m |
| August | 6:40 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 13m |
| September | 7:20 AM | 7:54 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 8:00 AM | 6:55 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 7:45 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 24m |
| December | 8:20 AM | 4:54 PM | 8h 34m |