Sun Times in Ballater
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ballater?
Sunrise in Ballater on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 5:53 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ballater?
Sunset in Ballater on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:35 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ballater?
Morning golden hour in Ballater ends at 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:42 PM.
How long is the day in Ballater?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Ballater there are 14 hours and 41 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ballater?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ballater at 1:15 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ballater?
In Ballater, sunset is at 8:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:28 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ballater?
Twilight in Ballater lasts approximately 173 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 Ballater?
The earliest sunrise in Ballater in 2026 is at 4:16 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 Ballater?
The latest sunset in Ballater in 2026 is at 10:11 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ballater?
After sunset at 8:35 PM in Ballater, civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM — about 43 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:28 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ballater 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 Ballater
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ballater on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:39 AM | 4:04 PM | 7h 25m |
| February | 7:40 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 32m |
| March | 6:28 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 17m |
| May | 4:53 AM | 9:24 PM | 16h 31m |
| June | 4:16 AM | 10:08 PM | 17h 52m |
| July | 4:39 AM | 9:55 PM | 17h 16m |
| August | 5:39 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 14m |
| September | 6:42 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 48m |
| October | 7:45 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 24m |
| November | 7:53 AM | 3:59 PM | 8h 06m |
| December | 8:44 AM | 3:29 PM | 6h 45m |
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