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Sun Times in Vaasa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Vaasa?
Sunrise in Vaasa on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Vaasa?
Sunset in Vaasa on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 8:39 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Vaasa?
Morning golden hour in Vaasa ends at 7:26 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Vaasa?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Vaasa there are 14 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Vaasa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Vaasa at 1:32 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Vaasa?
In Vaasa, sunset is at 8:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:13 AM (Europe/Helsinki). Civil twilight ends at 9:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Vaasa?
Twilight in Vaasa lasts approximately 214 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 Vaasa?
The earliest sunrise in Vaasa in 2026 is at 3:23 AM on June 20 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Vaasa?
The latest sunset in Vaasa in 2026 is at 11:46 PM on June 19 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Vaasa?
After sunset at 8:39 PM in Vaasa, civil twilight ends at 9:29 PM — about 50 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:13 AM (Europe/Helsinki).
What these times mean
Solar times in Vaasa 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 Vaasa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Vaasa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:49 AM | 3:37 PM | 5h 48m |
| February | 8:24 AM | 5:12 PM | 8h 48m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 42m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 56m |
| May | 4:30 AM | 10:31 PM | 18h 02m |
| June | 3:25 AM | 11:43 PM | 20h 18m |
| July | 4:02 AM | 11:15 PM | 19h 13m |
| August | 5:30 AM | 9:43 PM | 16h 12m |
| September | 6:57 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 01m |
| October | 8:20 AM | 6:17 PM | 9h 57m |
| November | 8:52 AM | 3:42 PM | 6h 49m |
| December | 10:05 AM | 2:51 PM | 4h 45m |