Daylight Duration

Determine the length of daylight by subtracting sunrise time from sunset time on a 24-hour clock.

Educational purposes only. Not professional advice.

Examples

  • Sunrise 6, Sunset 18 ⇒ 12 hours
  • Sunrise 7.5, Sunset 20.25 ⇒ 12.75 hours
  • Sunrise 5.25, Sunset 19.75 ⇒ 14.5 hours

FAQ

What time format is used?

Enter times in decimal hours using a 24-hour clock.

Can it handle overnight sun?

This calculator assumes sunrise occurs before sunset within the same day.

Are fractional hours allowed?

Yes, use decimals for minutes (e.g., 7.5 for 7:30).

Additional Information

  • Result unit: hours