Sun Times in Ter Apel
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ter Apel?
Sunrise in Ter Apel on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (Europe/Amsterdam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ter Apel?
Sunset in Ter Apel on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:47 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ter Apel?
Morning golden hour in Ter Apel ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:00 PM.
How long is the day in Ter Apel?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Ter Apel there are 14 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ter Apel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ter Apel at 1:35 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ter Apel?
In Ter Apel, sunset is at 8:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:11 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). Civil twilight ends at 9:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ter Apel?
Twilight in Ter Apel lasts approximately 144 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 Ter Apel?
The earliest sunrise in Ter Apel in 2026 is at 5:05 AM on June 16 (Europe/Amsterdam). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ter Apel?
The latest sunset in Ter Apel in 2026 is at 10:01 PM on June 22 (Europe/Amsterdam). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ter Apel?
After sunset at 8:47 PM in Ter Apel, civil twilight ends at 9:25 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:11 PM (Europe/Amsterdam).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ter Apel 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 Ter Apel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ter Apel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:36 AM | 4:45 PM | 8h 09m |
| February | 7:48 AM | 5:43 PM | 9h 55m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:33 AM | 8:31 PM | 13h 58m |
| May | 5:34 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 49m |
| June | 5:06 AM | 9:58 PM | 16h 53m |
| July | 5:25 AM | 9:49 PM | 16h 25m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 8:58 PM | 14h 45m |
| September | 7:05 AM | 7:47 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:57 AM | 6:36 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:54 AM | 4:37 PM | 8h 42m |
| December | 8:38 AM | 4:15 PM | 7h 38m |
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