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Sun Times in Porsgrunn
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Porsgrunn?
Sunrise in Porsgrunn on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:48 AM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Porsgrunn?
Sunset in Porsgrunn on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:59 PM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Porsgrunn?
Morning golden hour in Porsgrunn ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:02 PM.
How long is the day in Porsgrunn?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Porsgrunn there are 15 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Porsgrunn?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Porsgrunn at 1:25 PM (Europe/Oslo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Porsgrunn?
In Porsgrunn, sunset is at 8:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:50 AM (Europe/Oslo). Civil twilight ends at 9:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Porsgrunn?
Twilight in Porsgrunn lasts approximately 231 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 Porsgrunn?
The earliest sunrise in Porsgrunn in 2026 is at 4:06 AM on June 15 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Porsgrunn?
The latest sunset in Porsgrunn in 2026 is at 10:40 PM on June 22 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Porsgrunn?
After sunset at 8:59 PM in Porsgrunn, civil twilight ends at 9:47 PM — about 47 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:50 AM (Europe/Oslo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Porsgrunn 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 Porsgrunn
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Porsgrunn on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:02 AM | 3:59 PM | 6h 57m |
| February | 7:56 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 19m |
| March | 6:38 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 29m |
| May | 4:49 AM | 9:47 PM | 16h 57m |
| June | 4:06 AM | 10:37 PM | 18h 30m |
| July | 4:32 AM | 10:20 PM | 17h 48m |
| August | 5:39 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 31m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 52m |
| October | 7:58 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 16m |
| November | 8:14 AM | 3:57 PM | 7h 43m |
| December | 9:10 AM | 3:22 PM | 6h 12m |