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Sun Times in Satu Mare
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Satu Mare?
Sunrise in Satu Mare on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (Europe/Bucharest). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Satu Mare?
Sunset in Satu Mare on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:06 PM (Europe/Bucharest). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Satu Mare?
Morning golden hour in Satu Mare ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in Satu Mare?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Satu Mare there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Satu Mare?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Satu Mare at 1:20 PM (Europe/Bucharest). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Satu Mare?
In Satu Mare, sunset is at 8:06 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:57 PM (Europe/Bucharest). Civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Satu Mare?
Twilight in Satu Mare lasts approximately 111 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 Satu Mare?
The earliest sunrise in Satu Mare in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on June 12 (Europe/Bucharest). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Satu Mare?
The latest sunset in Satu Mare in 2026 is at 9:14 PM on June 20 (Europe/Bucharest). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Satu Mare?
After sunset at 8:06 PM in Satu Mare, civil twilight ends at 8:38 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:57 PM (Europe/Bucharest).
What these times mean
Solar times in Satu Mare 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 Satu Mare
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Satu Mare on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:57 AM | 4:58 PM | 9h 01m |
| February | 7:22 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 22m |
| March | 6:31 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 34m |
| May | 5:45 AM | 8:44 PM | 14h 59m |
| June | 5:25 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 47m |
| July | 5:41 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 26m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 11m |
| September | 6:56 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:32 PM | 10h 57m |
| November | 7:19 AM | 4:45 PM | 9h 26m |
| December | 7:54 AM | 4:32 PM | 8h 38m |