Sun Times in Sandnes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sandnes?
Sunrise in Sandnes on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:52 AM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sandnes?
Sunset in Sandnes on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 8:14 PM (Europe/Oslo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sandnes?
Morning golden hour in Sandnes ends at 7:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Sandnes?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Sandnes there are 13 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sandnes?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sandnes at 1:34 PM (Europe/Oslo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sandnes?
In Sandnes, sunset is at 8:14 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:47 PM (Europe/Oslo). Civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sandnes?
Twilight in Sandnes lasts approximately 153 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 Sandnes?
The earliest sunrise in Sandnes in 2026 is at 4:24 AM on June 18 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sandnes?
The latest sunset in Sandnes in 2026 is at 10:52 PM on June 19 (Europe/Oslo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sandnes?
After sunset at 8:14 PM in Sandnes, civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM — about 41 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:47 PM (Europe/Oslo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sandnes 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 Sandnes
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sandnes on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:16 AM | 4:17 PM | 7h 01m |
| February | 8:11 AM | 5:32 PM | 9h 21m |
| March | 6:53 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 8:51 PM | 14h 27m |
| May | 5:07 AM | 10:00 PM | 16h 53m |
| June | 4:25 AM | 10:50 PM | 18h 25m |
| July | 4:50 AM | 10:34 PM | 17h 44m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 9:25 PM | 15h 29m |
| September | 7:05 AM | 7:57 PM | 12h 51m |
| October | 8:13 AM | 6:30 PM | 10h 17m |
| November | 8:28 AM | 4:14 PM | 7h 46m |
| December | 9:23 AM | 3:40 PM | 6h 17m |
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