When does the Sun sets down at 71°11'

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The discussion focuses on determining when the Sun sets at the latitude of 71°11', particularly after the summer solstice when it remains visible all day north of the Arctic Circle. It is clarified that the Sun first touches the horizon at this latitude around midnight on August 27/28, with it being completely below the horizon two days later. The conversation highlights the importance of using software tools for accurate calculations, although one participant expresses a lack of time to find and learn such tools. The conclusion indicates that the end of July is a favorable timeframe for observing the sunset at this location. Overall, the exchange provides specific dates for sunset visibility at high latitudes.
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Bear with me, I am not even sure if I know how to properly word the question.

Few days ago there was summer solstice - that means Sun was visible all day north of arctic circle. My question is - when will the Sun set down at 71°11'? Now, Sun is not a point, so perhaps better question is - when will the Sun touch the horizon for the first time at 71°11'?

I know there are tons of shareware/freeware programs that can calculate such things, I remember using one of them back in nineties, but I don't have enough time right now to search, download, install and learn enough user interface to check. Hopefully someone has right tools at hand and can answer. In return I can calculate pH of any mixture :wink:
 
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At midnight of August 27/8, it just touches the horizon - two days later it is completely below.
 

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Judging from the screenshot you mean July, not August :wink:

Many thanks, that's exactly information I was looking for. And I must admit end of July is a good news :smile:

I owe you a beer.
 
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