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Sun Times in San Ġiljan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in San Ġiljan?
Sunrise in San Ġiljan on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 6:39 AM (Europe/Malta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in San Ġiljan?
Sunset in San Ġiljan on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 7:19 PM (Europe/Malta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in San Ġiljan?
Morning golden hour in San Ġiljan ends at 7:13 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:45 PM.
How long is the day in San Ġiljan?
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in San Ġiljan there are 12 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in San Ġiljan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in San Ġiljan at 12:59 PM (Europe/Malta). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in San Ġiljan?
In San Ġiljan, sunset is at 7:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:47 PM (Europe/Malta). Civil twilight ends at 7:45 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in San Ġiljan?
Twilight in San Ġiljan lasts approximately 88 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 San Ġiljan?
The earliest sunrise in San Ġiljan in 2026 is at 5:44 AM on June 12 (Europe/Malta). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in San Ġiljan?
The latest sunset in San Ġiljan in 2026 is at 8:22 PM on June 22 (Europe/Malta). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in San Ġiljan?
After sunset at 7:19 PM in San Ġiljan, civil twilight ends at 7:45 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:47 PM (Europe/Malta).
What these times mean
Solar times in San Ġiljan 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 San Ġiljan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in San Ġiljan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:11 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 00m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 54m |
| March | 6:13 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 7:35 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 5:56 AM | 8:00 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 5:45 AM | 8:20 PM | 14h 35m |
| July | 5:57 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 22m |
| August | 6:20 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 32m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:08 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 6:38 AM | 4:54 PM | 10h 17m |
| December | 7:04 AM | 4:49 PM | 9h 44m |