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Sun Times in Quarten
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Quarten?
Sunrise in Quarten on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Quarten?
Sunset in Quarten on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:25 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Quarten?
Morning golden hour in Quarten ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:44 PM.
How long is the day in Quarten?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Quarten there are 13 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Quarten?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Quarten at 1:26 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Quarten?
In Quarten, sunset is at 8:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:23 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 8:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Quarten?
Twilight in Quarten 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 Quarten?
The earliest sunrise in Quarten in 2026 is at 5:26 AM on June 14 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Quarten?
The latest sunset in Quarten in 2026 is at 9:22 PM on June 20 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Quarten?
After sunset at 8:25 PM in Quarten, civil twilight ends at 8:58 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:23 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in Quarten 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 Quarten
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Quarten on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:04 AM | 5:00 PM | 8h 56m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 5:47 PM | 10h 19m |
| March | 6:36 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 8:11 PM | 13h 36m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 05m |
| June | 5:26 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 53m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 9:14 PM | 15h 32m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 15m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 7:41 AM | 6:35 PM | 10h 55m |
| November | 7:26 AM | 4:48 PM | 9h 22m |
| December | 8:02 AM | 4:33 PM | 8h 31m |