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Sun Times in Olaine
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Olaine?
Sunrise in Olaine on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (Europe/Riga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Olaine?
Sunset in Olaine on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:54 PM (Europe/Riga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Olaine?
Morning golden hour in Olaine ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:01 PM.
How long is the day in Olaine?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Olaine there are 14 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Olaine?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Olaine at 1:27 PM (Europe/Riga). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Olaine?
In Olaine, sunset is at 8:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:54 PM (Europe/Riga). Civil twilight ends at 9:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Olaine?
Twilight in Olaine lasts approximately 180 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 Olaine?
The earliest sunrise in Olaine in 2026 is at 4:30 AM on June 16 (Europe/Riga). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Olaine?
The latest sunset in Olaine in 2026 is at 10:21 PM on June 21 (Europe/Riga). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Olaine?
After sunset at 8:54 PM in Olaine, civil twilight ends at 9:37 PM — about 43 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:54 PM (Europe/Riga).
What these times mean
Solar times in Olaine 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 Olaine
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Olaine on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:50 AM | 4:17 PM | 7h 27m |
| February | 7:52 AM | 5:25 PM | 9h 33m |
| March | 6:40 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:17 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 16m |
| May | 5:07 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 28m |
| June | 4:31 AM | 10:18 PM | 17h 48m |
| July | 4:53 AM | 10:05 PM | 17h 12m |
| August | 5:51 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 12m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 48m |
| October | 7:56 AM | 6:22 PM | 10h 26m |
| November | 8:04 AM | 4:12 PM | 8h 08m |
| December | 8:54 AM | 3:43 PM | 6h 49m |