Sun Times in Schengen
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Schengen?
Sunrise in Schengen on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (Europe/Luxembourg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Schengen?
Sunset in Schengen on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:44 PM (Europe/Luxembourg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Schengen?
Morning golden hour in Schengen ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:00 PM.
How long is the day in Schengen?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Schengen there are 14 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Schengen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Schengen at 1:38 PM (Europe/Luxembourg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Schengen?
In Schengen, sunset is at 8:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:51 PM (Europe/Luxembourg). Civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Schengen?
Twilight in Schengen lasts approximately 128 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 Schengen?
The earliest sunrise in Schengen in 2026 is at 5:27 AM on June 12 (Europe/Luxembourg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Schengen?
The latest sunset in Schengen in 2026 is at 9:45 PM on June 22 (Europe/Luxembourg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Schengen?
After sunset at 8:44 PM in Schengen, civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:51 PM (Europe/Luxembourg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Schengen 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 Schengen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Schengen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:25 AM | 5:03 PM | 8h 38m |
| February | 7:44 AM | 5:53 PM | 10h 10m |
| March | 6:48 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:42 AM | 8:27 PM | 13h 44m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 9:11 PM | 15h 21m |
| June | 5:27 AM | 9:42 PM | 16h 15m |
| July | 5:44 AM | 9:36 PM | 15h 52m |
| August | 6:25 AM | 8:51 PM | 14h 26m |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:48 PM | 12h 37m |
| October | 7:55 AM | 6:44 PM | 10h 49m |
| November | 7:45 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 07m |
| December | 8:23 AM | 4:35 PM | 8h 11m |
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