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Sun Times in Tel Aviv
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tel Aviv?
Sunrise in Tel Aviv on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (Asia/Jerusalem). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tel Aviv?
Sunset in Tel Aviv on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:26 PM (Asia/Jerusalem). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tel Aviv?
Morning golden hour in Tel Aviv ends at 6:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:52 PM.
How long is the day in Tel Aviv?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Tel Aviv there are 13 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tel Aviv?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tel Aviv at 12:45 PM (Asia/Jerusalem). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tel Aviv?
In Tel Aviv, sunset is at 7:26 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:54 PM (Asia/Jerusalem). Civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tel Aviv?
Twilight in Tel Aviv lasts approximately 89 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 Tel Aviv?
The earliest sunrise in Tel Aviv in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on June 4 (Asia/Jerusalem). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tel Aviv?
The latest sunset in Tel Aviv in 2026 is at 7:51 PM on June 26 (Asia/Jerusalem). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tel Aviv?
After sunset at 7:26 PM in Tel Aviv, civil twilight ends at 7:51 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:54 PM (Asia/Jerusalem).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tel Aviv 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 Tel Aviv
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tel Aviv on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:41 AM | 4:58 PM | 10h 17m |
| February | 6:23 AM | 5:27 PM | 11h 04m |
| March | 5:51 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 57m |
| April | 6:12 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 58m |
| May | 5:43 AM | 7:31 PM | 13h 48m |
| June | 5:34 AM | 7:48 PM | 14h 14m |
| July | 5:45 AM | 7:48 PM | 14h 03m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 20m |
| September | 6:24 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:44 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 24m |
| November | 6:09 AM | 4:41 PM | 10h 32m |
| December | 6:33 AM | 4:37 PM | 10h 04m |