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Sun Times in Pieterlen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pieterlen?
Sunrise in Pieterlen on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:33 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pieterlen?
Sunset in Pieterlen on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:33 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pieterlen?
Morning golden hour in Pieterlen ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in Pieterlen?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Pieterlen there are 13 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pieterlen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pieterlen at 1:34 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pieterlen?
In Pieterlen, sunset is at 8:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:31 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pieterlen?
Twilight in Pieterlen lasts approximately 118 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 Pieterlen?
The earliest sunrise in Pieterlen in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on June 10 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Pieterlen?
The latest sunset in Pieterlen in 2026 is at 9:30 PM on June 21 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pieterlen?
After sunset at 8:33 PM in Pieterlen, civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:31 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pieterlen 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 Pieterlen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pieterlen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:12 AM | 5:07 PM | 8h 55m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 19m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 8:19 PM | 13h 37m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 05m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 9:28 PM | 15h 54m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 9:22 PM | 15h 33m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 15m |
| September | 7:08 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:48 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 55m |
| November | 7:34 AM | 4:55 PM | 9h 21m |
| December | 8:10 AM | 4:41 PM | 8h 31m |