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Sun Times in Heilbronn
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Heilbronn?
Sunrise in Heilbronn on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:27 AM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Heilbronn?
Sunset in Heilbronn on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 8:22 PM (Europe/Berlin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Heilbronn?
Morning golden hour in Heilbronn ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:39 PM.
How long is the day in Heilbronn?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Heilbronn there are 13 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Heilbronn?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Heilbronn at 1:25 PM (Europe/Berlin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Heilbronn?
In Heilbronn, sunset is at 8:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:24 PM (Europe/Berlin). Civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Heilbronn?
Twilight in Heilbronn lasts approximately 122 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 Heilbronn?
The earliest sunrise in Heilbronn in 2026 is at 5:17 AM on June 13 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Heilbronn?
The latest sunset in Heilbronn in 2026 is at 9:32 PM on June 23 (Europe/Berlin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Heilbronn?
After sunset at 8:22 PM in Heilbronn, civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:24 PM (Europe/Berlin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Heilbronn 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 Heilbronn
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Heilbronn on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:12 AM | 4:53 PM | 8h 41m |
| February | 7:32 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 11m |
| March | 6:36 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 8:15 PM | 13h 43m |
| May | 5:40 AM | 8:59 PM | 15h 19m |
| June | 5:17 AM | 9:29 PM | 16h 12m |
| July | 5:34 AM | 9:23 PM | 15h 49m |
| August | 6:14 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 24m |
| September | 6:59 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 37m |
| October | 7:43 AM | 6:33 PM | 10h 50m |
| November | 7:32 AM | 4:41 PM | 9h 09m |
| December | 8:11 AM | 4:25 PM | 8h 14m |