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Sun Times in Bishops Stortford
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bishops Stortford?
Sunrise in Bishops Stortford on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:03 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bishops Stortford?
Sunset in Bishops Stortford on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:57 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bishops Stortford?
Morning golden hour in Bishops Stortford ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:12 PM.
How long is the day in Bishops Stortford?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Bishops Stortford there are 13 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bishops Stortford?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bishops Stortford at 1:00 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bishops Stortford?
In Bishops Stortford, sunset is at 7:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:07 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bishops Stortford?
Twilight in Bishops Stortford lasts approximately 130 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 Bishops Stortford?
The earliest sunrise in Bishops Stortford in 2026 is at 4:39 AM on June 13 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bishops Stortford?
The latest sunset in Bishops Stortford in 2026 is at 9:22 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bishops Stortford?
After sunset at 7:57 PM in Bishops Stortford, civil twilight ends at 8:33 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:07 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bishops Stortford 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 Bishops Stortford
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bishops Stortford on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:59 AM | 4:18 PM | 8h 18m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 59m |
| March | 6:13 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 54m |
| May | 5:06 AM | 8:46 PM | 15h 40m |
| June | 4:39 AM | 9:20 PM | 16h 41m |
| July | 4:57 AM | 9:12 PM | 16h 14m |
| August | 5:43 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 39m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 42m |
| November | 7:18 AM | 4:08 PM | 8h 50m |
| December | 8:00 AM | 3:48 PM | 7h 48m |