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Sun Times in Saint-Ay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Saint-Ay?
Sunrise in Saint-Ay on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:57 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Saint-Ay?
Sunset in Saint-Ay on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:53 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Saint-Ay?
Morning golden hour in Saint-Ay ends at 7:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:11 PM.
How long is the day in Saint-Ay?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Saint-Ay there are 13 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Saint-Ay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Saint-Ay at 1:55 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Saint-Ay?
In Saint-Ay, sunset is at 8:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:52 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Saint-Ay?
Twilight in Saint-Ay lasts approximately 119 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 Saint-Ay?
The earliest sunrise in Saint-Ay in 2026 is at 5:53 AM on June 12 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Saint-Ay?
The latest sunset in Saint-Ay in 2026 is at 9:56 PM on June 24 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Saint-Ay?
After sunset at 8:53 PM in Saint-Ay, civil twilight ends at 9:26 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:52 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Saint-Ay 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 Saint-Ay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Saint-Ay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:37 AM | 5:27 PM | 8h 50m |
| February | 7:59 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 16m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 7:04 AM | 8:42 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 9:24 PM | 15h 10m |
| June | 5:53 AM | 9:53 PM | 16h 00m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 9:47 PM | 15h 38m |
| August | 6:48 AM | 9:06 PM | 14h 18m |
| September | 7:29 AM | 8:05 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 8:11 AM | 7:04 PM | 10h 53m |
| November | 7:58 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 17m |
| December | 8:35 AM | 5:00 PM | 8h 25m |