Sun Times in Vecrīga
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Vecrīga?
Sunrise in Vecrīga on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:58 AM (Europe/Riga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Vecrīga?
Sunset in Vecrīga on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:54 PM (Europe/Riga). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Vecrīga?
Morning golden hour in Vecrīga ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:01 PM.
How long is the day in Vecrīga?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Vecrīga there are 14 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Vecrīga?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Vecrīga at 1:27 PM (Europe/Riga). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Vecrīga?
In Vecrīga, sunset is at 8:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:56 PM (Europe/Riga). Civil twilight ends at 9:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Vecrīga?
Twilight in Vecrīga 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 Vecrīga?
The earliest sunrise in Vecrīga in 2026 is at 4:28 AM on June 17 (Europe/Riga). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Vecrīga?
The latest sunset in Vecrīga in 2026 is at 10:21 PM on June 19 (Europe/Riga). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Vecrīga?
After sunset at 8:54 PM in Vecrīga, civil twilight ends at 9:37 PM — about 44 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:56 PM (Europe/Riga).
What these times mean
Solar times in Vecrīga 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 Vecrīga
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Vecrīga on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:50 AM | 4:15 PM | 7h 26m |
| February | 7:51 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 33m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 17m |
| May | 5:05 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 30m |
| June | 4:29 AM | 10:19 PM | 17h 50m |
| July | 4:51 AM | 10:06 PM | 17h 15m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 13m |
| September | 6:54 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 48m |
| October | 7:56 AM | 6:21 PM | 10h 25m |
| November | 8:04 AM | 4:11 PM | 8h 07m |
| December | 8:55 AM | 3:41 PM | 6h 46m |
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