Sun Times in Châteauroux
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Châteauroux?
Sunrise in Châteauroux on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 7:01 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Châteauroux?
Sunset in Châteauroux on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 8:49 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Châteauroux?
Morning golden hour in Châteauroux ends at 7:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:08 PM.
How long is the day in Châteauroux?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Châteauroux there are 13 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Châteauroux?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Châteauroux at 1:55 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Châteauroux?
In Châteauroux, sunset is at 8:49 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:44 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Châteauroux?
Twilight in Châteauroux lasts approximately 115 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 Châteauroux?
The earliest sunrise in Châteauroux in 2026 is at 5:58 AM on June 11 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Châteauroux?
The latest sunset in Châteauroux in 2026 is at 9:51 PM on June 21 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Châteauroux?
After sunset at 8:49 PM in Châteauroux, civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:44 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Châteauroux 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 Châteauroux
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Châteauroux on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:33 AM | 5:31 PM | 8h 58m |
| February | 7:57 AM | 6:17 PM | 10h 20m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 7:06 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 35m |
| May | 6:18 AM | 9:21 PM | 15h 03m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 9:49 PM | 15h 51m |
| July | 6:14 AM | 9:43 PM | 15h 30m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 9:03 PM | 14h 13m |
| September | 7:30 AM | 8:05 PM | 12h 34m |
| October | 8:10 AM | 7:06 PM | 10h 56m |
| November | 7:55 AM | 5:19 PM | 9h 23m |
| December | 8:31 AM | 5:05 PM | 8h 34m |
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