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Sun Times in Riggisberg
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Riggisberg?
Sunrise in Riggisberg on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Riggisberg?
Sunset in Riggisberg on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:32 PM (Europe/Zurich). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Riggisberg?
Morning golden hour in Riggisberg ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:50 PM.
How long is the day in Riggisberg?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Riggisberg there are 13 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Riggisberg?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Riggisberg at 1:33 PM (Europe/Zurich). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Riggisberg?
In Riggisberg, sunset is at 8:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:28 PM (Europe/Zurich). Civil twilight ends at 9:04 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Riggisberg?
Twilight in Riggisberg lasts approximately 117 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 Riggisberg?
The earliest sunrise in Riggisberg in 2026 is at 5:35 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 Riggisberg?
The latest sunset in Riggisberg in 2026 is at 9:28 PM on June 21 (Europe/Zurich). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Riggisberg?
After sunset at 8:32 PM in Riggisberg, civil twilight ends at 9:04 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:28 PM (Europe/Zurich).
What these times mean
Solar times in Riggisberg 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 Riggisberg
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Riggisberg on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 5:08 PM | 8h 58m |
| February | 7:34 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 20m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 8:18 PM | 13h 35m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 03m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 9:26 PM | 15h 51m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 30m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 13m |
| September | 7:07 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:47 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 7:32 AM | 4:56 PM | 9h 23m |
| December | 8:08 AM | 4:42 PM | 8h 34m |