Sun Times in Acton
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Acton?
Sunrise in Acton on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:53 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Acton?
Sunset in Acton on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:39 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Acton?
Morning golden hour in Acton ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in Acton?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Acton there are 14 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Acton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Acton at 1:16 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Acton?
In Acton, sunset is at 8:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:09 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Acton?
Twilight in Acton lasts approximately 150 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 Acton?
The earliest sunrise in Acton in 2026 is at 4:48 AM on June 15 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Acton?
The latest sunset in Acton in 2026 is at 9:38 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Acton?
After sunset at 8:39 PM in Acton, civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM — about 39 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:09 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Acton 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 Acton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Acton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:15 AM | 4:28 PM | 8h 13m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 57m |
| March | 6:26 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 8:10 PM | 13h 56m |
| May | 5:16 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 45m |
| June | 4:48 AM | 9:36 PM | 16h 48m |
| July | 5:07 AM | 9:27 PM | 16h 20m |
| August | 5:54 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 43m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 41m |
| October | 7:37 AM | 6:17 PM | 10h 40m |
| November | 7:33 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 46m |
| December | 8:16 AM | 3:58 PM | 7h 42m |
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