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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Moscow?
Sunrise in Moscow on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Moscow?
Sunset in Moscow on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Moscow?
Morning golden hour in Moscow ends at 6:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:16 PM.
How long is the day in Moscow?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Moscow there are 14 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Moscow?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Moscow at 12:52 PM (America/Los_Angeles). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Moscow?
In Moscow, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:57 PM (America/Los_Angeles). Civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Moscow?
Twilight in Moscow lasts approximately 120 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 Moscow?
The earliest sunrise in Moscow in 2026 is at 4:53 AM on June 11 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Moscow?
The latest sunset in Moscow in 2026 is at 8:46 PM on June 24 (America/Los_Angeles). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Moscow?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Moscow, civil twilight ends at 8:30 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:57 PM (America/Los_Angeles).
What these times mean
Solar times in Moscow 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 Moscow
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Moscow on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 59m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 22m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 36m |
| May | 5:13 AM | 8:16 PM | 15h 03m |
| June | 4:53 AM | 8:43 PM | 15h 50m |
| July | 5:09 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 29m |
| August | 5:46 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 12m |
| September | 6:26 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 33m |
| October | 7:06 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 55m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 4:13 PM | 9h 23m |
| December | 7:26 AM | 4:00 PM | 8h 34m |
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