Sun Times in Skagen
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Skagen?
Sunrise in Skagen on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:52 AM (Europe/Copenhagen). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Skagen?
Sunset in Skagen on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:48 PM (Europe/Copenhagen). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Skagen?
Morning golden hour in Skagen ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:54 PM.
How long is the day in Skagen?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Skagen there are 14 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Skagen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Skagen at 1:21 PM (Europe/Copenhagen). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Skagen?
In Skagen, sunset is at 8:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:57 PM (Europe/Copenhagen). Civil twilight ends at 9:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Skagen?
Twilight in Skagen lasts approximately 189 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 Skagen?
The earliest sunrise in Skagen in 2026 is at 4:16 AM on June 14 (Europe/Copenhagen). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Skagen?
The latest sunset in Skagen in 2026 is at 10:22 PM on June 20 (Europe/Copenhagen). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Skagen?
After sunset at 8:48 PM in Skagen, civil twilight ends at 9:32 PM — about 44 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:57 PM (Europe/Copenhagen).
What these times mean
Solar times in Skagen 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 Skagen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Skagen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:49 AM | 4:05 PM | 7h 16m |
| February | 7:48 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 28m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 21m |
| May | 4:55 AM | 9:34 PM | 16h 39m |
| June | 4:16 AM | 10:20 PM | 18h 03m |
| July | 4:40 AM | 10:05 PM | 17h 26m |
| August | 5:41 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 19m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 49m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 22m |
| November | 8:02 AM | 4:01 PM | 7h 59m |
| December | 8:55 AM | 3:30 PM | 6h 35m |
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