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Sun Times in Sitia
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sitia?
Sunrise in Sitia on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:38 AM (Europe/Athens). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sitia?
Sunset in Sitia on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:59 PM (Europe/Athens). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sitia?
Morning golden hour in Sitia ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:25 PM.
How long is the day in Sitia?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Sitia there are 13 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sitia?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sitia at 1:19 PM (Europe/Athens). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sitia?
In Sitia, sunset is at 7:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:31 PM (Europe/Athens). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sitia?
Twilight in Sitia lasts approximately 92 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 Sitia?
The earliest sunrise in Sitia in 2026 is at 6:00 AM on June 7 (Europe/Athens). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sitia?
The latest sunset in Sitia in 2026 is at 8:34 PM on June 25 (Europe/Athens). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sitia?
After sunset at 7:59 PM in Sitia, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:31 PM (Europe/Athens).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sitia 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 Sitia
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sitia on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 03m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 56m |
| March | 6:26 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 7:48 PM | 13h 05m |
| May | 6:11 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 01m |
| June | 6:00 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 31m |
| July | 6:12 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 18m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 29m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 7:21 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 19m |
| November | 6:50 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 19m |
| December | 7:16 AM | 5:04 PM | 9h 48m |