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Sun Times in Rantasalmi
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rantasalmi?
Sunrise in Rantasalmi on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rantasalmi?
Sunset in Rantasalmi on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 7:50 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rantasalmi?
Morning golden hour in Rantasalmi ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:51 PM.
How long is the day in Rantasalmi?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Rantasalmi there are 13 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rantasalmi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rantasalmi at 1:04 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rantasalmi?
In Rantasalmi, sunset is at 7:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:48 PM (Europe/Helsinki). Civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rantasalmi?
Twilight in Rantasalmi lasts approximately 178 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 Rantasalmi?
The earliest sunrise in Rantasalmi in 2026 is at 3:14 AM on June 19 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rantasalmi?
The latest sunset in Rantasalmi in 2026 is at 11:02 PM on June 21 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rantasalmi?
After sunset at 7:50 PM in Rantasalmi, civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM — about 46 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:48 PM (Europe/Helsinki).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rantasalmi 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 Rantasalmi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rantasalmi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:12 AM | 3:20 PM | 6h 09m |
| February | 7:53 AM | 4:49 PM | 8h 56m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 43m |
| April | 5:43 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 48m |
| May | 4:13 AM | 9:55 PM | 17h 42m |
| June | 3:16 AM | 10:59 PM | 19h 43m |
| July | 3:48 AM | 10:35 PM | 18h 47m |
| August | 5:10 AM | 9:10 PM | 16h 01m |
| September | 6:31 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 59m |
| October | 7:50 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 02m |
| November | 8:18 AM | 3:23 PM | 7h 05m |
| December | 9:25 AM | 2:37 PM | 5h 12m |