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Sun Times in Tukums
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tukums?
Sunrise in Tukums on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (Europe/Riga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tukums?
Sunset in Tukums on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:58 PM (Europe/Riga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tukums?
Morning golden hour in Tukums ends at 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:04 PM.
How long is the day in Tukums?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Tukums there are 14 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tukums?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tukums at 1:31 PM (Europe/Riga). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tukums?
In Tukums, sunset is at 8:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:00 AM (Europe/Riga). Civil twilight ends at 9:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tukums?
Twilight in Tukums lasts approximately 182 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 Tukums?
The earliest sunrise in Tukums in 2026 is at 4:32 AM on June 15 (Europe/Riga). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tukums?
The latest sunset in Tukums in 2026 is at 10:25 PM on June 19 (Europe/Riga). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tukums?
After sunset at 8:58 PM in Tukums, civil twilight ends at 9:41 PM — about 44 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:00 AM (Europe/Riga).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tukums 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 Tukums
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tukums on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:54 AM | 4:19 PM | 7h 25m |
| February | 7:55 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 32m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 17m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 9:39 PM | 16h 30m |
| June | 4:32 AM | 10:23 PM | 17h 50m |
| July | 4:55 AM | 10:10 PM | 17h 15m |
| August | 5:54 AM | 9:07 PM | 15h 14m |
| September | 6:57 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 48m |
| October | 8:00 AM | 6:25 PM | 10h 25m |
| November | 8:08 AM | 4:14 PM | 8h 07m |
| December | 8:59 AM | 3:45 PM | 6h 46m |