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Sun Times in Ortaköy
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ortaköy?
Sunrise in Ortaköy on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:56 AM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ortaköy?
Sunset in Ortaköy on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:39 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ortaköy?
Morning golden hour in Ortaköy ends at 6:33 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:03 PM.
How long is the day in Ortaköy?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Ortaköy there are 13 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ortaköy?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ortaköy at 12:48 PM (Europe/Istanbul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ortaköy?
In Ortaköy, sunset is at 7:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:19 PM (Europe/Istanbul). Civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ortaköy?
Twilight in Ortaköy lasts approximately 99 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 Ortaköy?
The earliest sunrise in Ortaköy in 2026 is at 5:18 AM on June 8 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ortaköy?
The latest sunset in Ortaköy in 2026 is at 8:12 PM on June 21 (Europe/Istanbul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ortaköy?
After sunset at 7:39 PM in Ortaköy, civil twilight ends at 8:08 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:19 PM (Europe/Istanbul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ortaköy 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 Ortaköy
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ortaköy on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:00 AM | 5:46 PM | 9h 46m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 6:21 PM | 10h 46m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 55m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 13m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 7:49 PM | 14h 17m |
| June | 5:18 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 52m |
| July | 5:31 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 37m |
| August | 5:57 AM | 7:38 PM | 13h 41m |
| September | 6:25 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 27m |
| October | 6:52 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 13m |
| November | 7:25 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 05m |
| December | 7:54 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 29m |