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Sun Times in Quartier Latin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Quartier Latin?
Sunrise in Quartier Latin on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (Pacific/Noumea). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Quartier Latin?
Sunset in Quartier Latin on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:40 PM (Pacific/Noumea). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Quartier Latin?
Morning golden hour in Quartier Latin ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:09 PM.
How long is the day in Quartier Latin?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Quartier Latin there are 11 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Quartier Latin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Quartier Latin at 11:57 AM (Pacific/Noumea). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Quartier Latin?
In Quartier Latin, sunset is at 5:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:55 PM (Pacific/Noumea). Civil twilight ends at 6:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Quartier Latin?
Twilight in Quartier Latin lasts approximately 75 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 Quartier Latin?
The earliest sunrise in Quartier Latin in 2026 is at 5:01 AM on November 22 (Pacific/Noumea). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Quartier Latin?
The latest sunset in Quartier Latin in 2026 is at 6:43 PM on January 7 (Pacific/Noumea). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Quartier Latin?
After sunset at 5:40 PM in Quartier Latin, civil twilight ends at 6:03 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:55 PM (Pacific/Noumea).
What these times mean
Solar times in Quartier Latin 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 Quartier Latin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Quartier Latin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:22 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 21m |
| February | 5:43 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 50m |
| March | 5:55 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 14m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 35m |
| May | 6:18 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 03m |
| June | 6:31 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 47m |
| July | 6:33 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 53m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 20m |
| September | 5:51 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 57m |
| October | 5:22 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 35m |
| November | 5:03 AM | 6:14 PM | 13h 11m |
| December | 5:04 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 29m |