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Sun Times in Pienza
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pienza?
Sunrise in Pienza on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (Europe/Rome). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pienza?
Sunset in Pienza on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:08 PM (Europe/Rome). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pienza?
Morning golden hour in Pienza ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Pienza?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Pienza there are 13 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pienza?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pienza at 1:16 PM (Europe/Rome). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pienza?
In Pienza, sunset is at 8:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:54 PM (Europe/Rome). Civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pienza?
Twilight in Pienza lasts approximately 106 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 Pienza?
The earliest sunrise in Pienza in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on June 9 (Europe/Rome). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Pienza?
The latest sunset in Pienza in 2026 is at 8:56 PM on June 20 (Europe/Rome). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pienza?
After sunset at 8:08 PM in Pienza, civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM — about 30 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:54 PM (Europe/Rome).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pienza 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 Pienza
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pienza on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:42 AM | 5:03 PM | 9h 22m |
| February | 7:11 AM | 5:44 PM | 10h 33m |
| March | 6:25 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 24m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 40m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 21m |
| July | 5:47 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 03m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 57m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 04m |
| November | 7:05 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 44m |
| December | 7:37 AM | 4:38 PM | 9h 01m |