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Sun Times in Sliven
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sliven?
Sunrise in Sliven on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (Europe/Sofia). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sliven?
Sunset in Sliven on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:59 PM (Europe/Sofia). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sliven?
Morning golden hour in Sliven ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:21 PM.
How long is the day in Sliven?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Sliven there are 13 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sliven?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sliven at 1:16 PM (Europe/Sofia). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sliven?
In Sliven, sunset is at 7:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:41 PM (Europe/Sofia). Civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sliven?
Twilight in Sliven lasts approximately 103 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 Sliven?
The earliest sunrise in Sliven in 2026 is at 5:36 AM on June 8 (Europe/Sofia). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sliven?
The latest sunset in Sliven in 2026 is at 8:56 PM on June 20 (Europe/Sofia). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sliven?
After sunset at 7:59 PM in Sliven, civil twilight ends at 8:28 PM — about 29 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:41 PM (Europe/Sofia).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sliven 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 Sliven
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sliven on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:42 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 24m |
| February | 7:11 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 23m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 38m |
| June | 5:36 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 18m |
| July | 5:50 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 01m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 8:16 PM | 13h 56m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 31m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 05m |
| November | 7:06 AM | 4:52 PM | 9h 46m |
| December | 7:37 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 04m |