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Sun Times in Saint-Maixant
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Saint-Maixant?
Sunrise in Saint-Maixant on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:05 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Saint-Maixant?
Sunset in Saint-Maixant on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 9:03 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Saint-Maixant?
Morning golden hour in Saint-Maixant ends at 7:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:23 PM.
How long is the day in Saint-Maixant?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Saint-Maixant there are 13 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Saint-Maixant?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Saint-Maixant at 2:05 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-Maixant?
In Saint-Maixant, sunset is at 9:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:55 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Saint-Maixant?
Twilight in Saint-Maixant lasts approximately 112 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-Maixant?
The earliest sunrise in Saint-Maixant in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on June 10 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Saint-Maixant?
The latest sunset in Saint-Maixant in 2026 is at 9:50 PM on June 23 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Saint-Maixant?
After sunset at 9:03 PM in Saint-Maixant, civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:55 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Saint-Maixant 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-Maixant
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Saint-Maixant on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:34 AM | 5:46 PM | 9h 12m |
| February | 8:01 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 28m |
| March | 7:13 AM | 7:06 PM | 11h 53m |
| April | 7:17 AM | 8:45 PM | 13h 29m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 9:22 PM | 14h 49m |
| June | 6:15 AM | 9:47 PM | 15h 33m |
| July | 6:30 AM | 9:43 PM | 15h 13m |
| August | 7:03 AM | 9:06 PM | 14h 03m |
| September | 7:39 AM | 8:11 PM | 12h 32m |
| October | 8:16 AM | 7:16 PM | 11h 01m |
| November | 7:57 AM | 5:33 PM | 9h 36m |
| December | 8:30 AM | 5:21 PM | 8h 51m |