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Sun Times in Barrhead
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Barrhead?
Sunrise in Barrhead on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Barrhead?
Sunset in Barrhead on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:36 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Barrhead?
Morning golden hour in Barrhead ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:46 PM.
How long is the day in Barrhead?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Barrhead there are 14 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Barrhead?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Barrhead at 1:20 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Barrhead?
In Barrhead, sunset is at 8:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:18 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Barrhead?
Twilight in Barrhead lasts approximately 161 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 Barrhead?
The earliest sunrise in Barrhead in 2026 is at 4:31 AM on June 17 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Barrhead?
The latest sunset in Barrhead in 2026 is at 10:06 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Barrhead?
After sunset at 8:36 PM in Barrhead, civil twilight ends at 9:17 PM — about 41 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:18 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Barrhead 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 Barrhead
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Barrhead on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:37 AM | 4:16 PM | 7h 39m |
| February | 7:42 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 40m |
| March | 6:33 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:12 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 11m |
| May | 5:05 AM | 9:23 PM | 16h 17m |
| June | 4:32 AM | 10:04 PM | 17h 32m |
| July | 4:53 AM | 9:52 PM | 16h 59m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 8:53 PM | 15h 05m |
| September | 6:49 AM | 7:35 PM | 12h 46m |
| October | 7:48 AM | 6:17 PM | 10h 29m |
| November | 7:53 AM | 4:10 PM | 8h 18m |
| December | 8:41 AM | 3:43 PM | 7h 02m |