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Sun Times in Sancerre
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sancerre?
Sunrise in Sancerre on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:54 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sancerre?
Sunset in Sancerre on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:48 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sancerre?
Morning golden hour in Sancerre ends at 7:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:06 PM.
How long is the day in Sancerre?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Sancerre there are 13 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sancerre?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sancerre at 1:51 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sancerre?
In Sancerre, sunset is at 8:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:45 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sancerre?
Twilight in Sancerre 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 Sancerre?
The earliest sunrise in Sancerre in 2026 is at 5:51 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 Sancerre?
The latest sunset in Sancerre in 2026 is at 9:49 PM on June 22 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sancerre?
After sunset at 8:48 PM in Sancerre, civil twilight ends at 9:20 PM — about 33 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:45 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sancerre 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 Sancerre
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sancerre on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:31 AM | 5:25 PM | 8h 54m |
| February | 7:53 AM | 6:12 PM | 10h 18m |
| March | 7:01 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 7:00 AM | 8:37 PM | 13h 37m |
| May | 6:12 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 06m |
| June | 5:51 AM | 9:46 PM | 15h 55m |
| July | 6:07 AM | 9:41 PM | 15h 34m |
| August | 6:44 AM | 9:00 PM | 14h 16m |
| September | 7:25 AM | 8:00 PM | 12h 35m |
| October | 8:06 AM | 7:01 PM | 10h 54m |
| November | 7:52 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 20m |
| December | 8:28 AM | 4:58 PM | 8h 30m |