Sunrise & Sunset Overview

About Sunrise & Sunset in Greece

Greece spans approximately 39.1°N. At this latitude, Greece sees significant seasonal daylight variation, from roughly 9 hours in winter to 15 hours in summer. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.

Golden Hour in Greece

Golden hour photography across Greece varies by location and season. Near-tropical regions of Greece experience shorter golden hour windows of 20 to 40 minutes, but the warm light is intense. Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.

Seasonal Daylight in Greece

The difference between the longest and shortest day in Greece depends on latitude. Greece sees significant seasonal variation, with summer days roughly 5 to 6 hours longer than winter days.

The best time of year to visit Greece for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.