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Sun Times in Náxos
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Náxos?
Sunrise in Náxos on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 6:46 AM (Europe/Athens). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Náxos?
Sunset in Náxos on Saturday, August 29, 2026 is at 7:51 PM (Europe/Athens). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Náxos?
Morning golden hour in Náxos ends at 7:21 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:16 PM.
How long is the day in Náxos?
On Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Náxos there are 13 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Náxos?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Náxos at 1:19 PM (Europe/Athens). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Náxos?
In Náxos, sunset is at 7:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:23 PM (Europe/Athens). Civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Náxos?
Twilight in Náxos lasts approximately 91 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 Náxos?
The earliest sunrise in Náxos in 2026 is at 5:58 AM on June 6 (Europe/Athens). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Náxos?
The latest sunset in Náxos in 2026 is at 8:42 PM on June 23 (Europe/Athens). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Náxos?
After sunset at 7:51 PM in Náxos, civil twilight ends at 8:18 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:23 PM (Europe/Athens).
What these times mean
Solar times in Náxos 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 Náxos
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Náxos on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:31 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 54m |
| February | 7:07 AM | 5:58 PM | 10h 51m |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:44 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 09m |
| May | 6:10 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 09m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 42m |
| July | 6:10 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 28m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 8:10 PM | 13h 35m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 26m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 16m |
| November | 6:57 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 12m |
| December | 7:24 AM | 5:02 PM | 9h 38m |