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Sun Times in Varkaus
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Varkaus?
Sunrise in Varkaus on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Varkaus?
Sunset in Varkaus on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 7:52 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Varkaus?
Morning golden hour in Varkaus ends at 7:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:53 PM.
How long is the day in Varkaus?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Varkaus there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Varkaus?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Varkaus at 1:05 PM (Europe/Helsinki). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Varkaus?
In Varkaus, sunset is at 7:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:53 PM (Europe/Helsinki). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Varkaus?
Twilight in Varkaus lasts approximately 181 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 Varkaus?
The earliest sunrise in Varkaus in 2026 is at 3:12 AM on June 18 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Varkaus?
The latest sunset in Varkaus in 2026 is at 11:07 PM on June 19 (Europe/Helsinki). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Varkaus?
After sunset at 7:52 PM in Varkaus, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 47 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:53 PM (Europe/Helsinki).
What these times mean
Solar times in Varkaus 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 Varkaus
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Varkaus on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:16 AM | 3:20 PM | 6h 04m |
| February | 7:55 AM | 4:50 PM | 8h 54m |
| March | 6:26 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 43m |
| April | 5:44 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 50m |
| May | 4:12 AM | 9:59 PM | 17h 47m |
| June | 3:13 AM | 11:04 PM | 19h 51m |
| July | 3:47 AM | 10:40 PM | 18h 53m |
| August | 5:10 AM | 9:13 PM | 16h 03m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 59m |
| October | 7:53 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 01m |
| November | 8:21 AM | 3:23 PM | 7h 02m |
| December | 9:30 AM | 2:36 PM | 5h 06m |