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Sun Times in Vaals
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Vaals?
Sunrise in Vaals on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:29 AM (Europe/Amsterdam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Vaals?
Sunset in Vaals on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:48 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Vaals?
Morning golden hour in Vaals ends at 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:03 PM.
How long is the day in Vaals?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Vaals there are 14 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Vaals?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Vaals at 1:39 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Vaals?
In Vaals, sunset is at 8:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:02 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). Civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Vaals?
Twilight in Vaals lasts approximately 133 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 Vaals?
The earliest sunrise in Vaals in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on June 11 (Europe/Amsterdam). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Vaals?
The latest sunset in Vaals in 2026 is at 9:53 PM on June 22 (Europe/Amsterdam). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Vaals?
After sunset at 8:48 PM in Vaals, civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:02 PM (Europe/Amsterdam).
What these times mean
Solar times in Vaals 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 Vaals
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Vaals on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:31 AM | 4:59 PM | 8h 28m |
| February | 7:48 AM | 5:52 PM | 10h 04m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 8:31 PM | 13h 49m |
| May | 5:47 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 31m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 9:50 PM | 16h 29m |
| July | 5:39 AM | 9:43 PM | 16h 04m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 33m |
| September | 7:11 AM | 7:50 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 7:58 AM | 6:43 PM | 10h 45m |
| November | 7:51 AM | 4:49 PM | 8h 58m |
| December | 8:31 AM | 4:30 PM | 7h 59m |