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Sun Times in San Ġwann
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in San Ġwann?
Sunrise in San Ġwann on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (Europe/Malta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in San Ġwann?
Sunset in San Ġwann on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:32 PM (Europe/Malta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in San Ġwann?
Morning golden hour in San Ġwann ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:58 PM.
How long is the day in San Ġwann?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in San Ġwann there are 13 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in San Ġwann?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in San Ġwann at 1:02 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 Ġwann?
In San Ġwann, sunset is at 7:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:02 PM (Europe/Malta). Civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in San Ġwann?
Twilight in San Ġwann lasts approximately 89 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 Ġwann?
The earliest sunrise in San Ġwann in 2026 is at 5:45 AM on June 5 (Europe/Malta). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in San Ġwann?
The latest sunset in San Ġwann 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 Ġwann?
After sunset at 7:32 PM in San Ġwann, civil twilight ends at 7:58 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:02 PM (Europe/Malta).
What these times mean
Solar times in San Ġwann 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 Ġwann
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in San Ġwann 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 31m |
| 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 |