Sun Times in Castle Donington
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Castle Donington?
Sunrise in Castle Donington on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Castle Donington?
Sunset in Castle Donington on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:51 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Castle Donington?
Morning golden hour in Castle Donington ends at 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:05 PM.
How long is the day in Castle Donington?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Castle Donington there are 13 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Castle Donington?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Castle Donington at 1:05 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Castle Donington?
In Castle Donington, sunset is at 7:51 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:00 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Castle Donington?
Twilight in Castle Donington lasts approximately 129 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 Castle Donington?
The earliest sunrise in Castle Donington in 2026 is at 4:39 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 Castle Donington?
The latest sunset in Castle Donington in 2026 is at 9:34 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Castle Donington?
After sunset at 7:51 PM in Castle Donington, civil twilight ends at 8:27 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:00 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Castle Donington 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 Castle Donington
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Castle Donington on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 09m |
| February | 7:22 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 55m |
| March | 6:19 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 58m |
| May | 5:07 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 49m |
| June | 4:39 AM | 9:32 PM | 16h 52m |
| July | 4:58 AM | 9:23 PM | 16h 24m |
| August | 5:46 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 45m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:28 AM | 4:10 PM | 8h 43m |
| December | 8:11 AM | 3:49 PM | 7h 38m |
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