Civil twilight
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-004319
The period of time after sunset or before sunrise when the sun is between 0 and 6 degrees below the horizon. During civil twilight, there is enough natural light for outdoor activities without artificial illumination, and the brightest stars and planets become visible. It is the brightest phase of twilight.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-004319 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| See also | Astronomical twilight |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-MET-004319",
"term": "Civil twilight",
"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"definition": "The period of time after sunset or before sunrise when the sun is between 0 and 6 degrees below the horizon. During civil twilight, there is enough natural light for outdoor activities without artificial illumination, and the brightest stars and planets become visible. It is the brightest phase of twilight.",
"see_also": [
"astronomical twilight"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/civil-twilight/"
}
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