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Sun Times in Vlaardingen
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Vlaardingen?
Sunrise in Vlaardingen on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Europe/Amsterdam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Vlaardingen?
Sunset in Vlaardingen on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 9:08 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Vlaardingen?
Morning golden hour in Vlaardingen ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:21 PM.
How long is the day in Vlaardingen?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Vlaardingen there are 14 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Vlaardingen?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Vlaardingen at 1:47 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Vlaardingen?
In Vlaardingen, sunset is at 9:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:34 PM (Europe/Amsterdam). Civil twilight ends at 9:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Vlaardingen?
Twilight in Vlaardingen lasts approximately 147 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 Vlaardingen?
The earliest sunrise in Vlaardingen in 2026 is at 5:22 AM on June 13 (Europe/Amsterdam). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Vlaardingen?
The latest sunset in Vlaardingen in 2026 is at 10:06 PM on June 21 (Europe/Amsterdam). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Vlaardingen?
After sunset at 9:08 PM in Vlaardingen, civil twilight ends at 9:46 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:34 PM (Europe/Amsterdam).
What these times mean
Solar times in Vlaardingen 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 Vlaardingen
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Vlaardingen on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:43 AM | 5:01 PM | 8h 18m |
| February | 7:57 AM | 5:56 PM | 9h 59m |
| March | 6:57 AM | 6:47 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 8:40 PM | 13h 54m |
| May | 5:49 AM | 9:29 PM | 15h 40m |
| June | 5:22 AM | 10:03 PM | 16h 41m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 9:55 PM | 16h 15m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 9:06 PM | 14h 40m |
| September | 7:17 AM | 7:57 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 8:07 AM | 6:48 PM | 10h 42m |
| November | 8:02 AM | 4:51 PM | 8h 50m |
| December | 8:43 AM | 4:31 PM | 7h 48m |