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Sun Times in Vechta
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Vechta?
Sunrise in Vechta on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Vechta?
Sunset in Vechta on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:42 PM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Vechta?
Morning golden hour in Vechta ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:55 PM.
How long is the day in Vechta?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Vechta there are 14 hours and 25 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Vechta?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Vechta at 1:30 PM (Europe/Berlin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Vechta?
In Vechta, sunset is at 8:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:05 PM (Europe/Berlin). Civil twilight ends at 9:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Vechta?
Twilight in Vechta lasts approximately 143 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 Vechta?
The earliest sunrise in Vechta in 2026 is at 5:01 AM on June 16 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Vechta?
The latest sunset in Vechta in 2026 is at 9:55 PM on June 21 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Vechta?
After sunset at 8:42 PM in Vechta, civil twilight ends at 9:20 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:05 PM (Europe/Berlin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Vechta 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 Vechta
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Vechta on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:31 AM | 4:41 PM | 8h 10m |
| February | 7:43 AM | 5:39 PM | 9h 55m |
| March | 6:41 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:28 AM | 8:26 PM | 13h 57m |
| May | 5:29 AM | 9:17 PM | 15h 47m |
| June | 5:02 AM | 9:52 PM | 16h 51m |
| July | 5:20 AM | 9:44 PM | 16h 23m |
| August | 6:08 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 44m |
| September | 7:00 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:52 AM | 6:31 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:49 AM | 4:32 PM | 8h 44m |
| December | 8:32 AM | 4:11 PM | 7h 39m |