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Sun Times in Caterham
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Caterham?
Sunrise in Caterham on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 5:57 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Caterham?
Sunset in Caterham on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:07 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Caterham?
Morning golden hour in Caterham ends at 6:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:22 PM.
How long is the day in Caterham?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Caterham there are 14 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Caterham?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Caterham at 1:03 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Caterham?
In Caterham, sunset is at 8:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:20 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Caterham?
Twilight in Caterham lasts approximately 133 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 Caterham?
The earliest sunrise in Caterham in 2026 is at 4:43 AM on June 14 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Caterham?
The latest sunset in Caterham in 2026 is at 9:20 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Caterham?
After sunset at 8:07 PM in Caterham, civil twilight ends at 8:43 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:20 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Caterham 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 Caterham
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Caterham on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:58 AM | 4:21 PM | 8h 23m |
| February | 7:13 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 02m |
| March | 6:14 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:05 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 51m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 8:44 PM | 15h 35m |
| June | 4:43 AM | 9:18 PM | 16h 34m |
| July | 5:01 AM | 9:10 PM | 16h 08m |
| August | 5:46 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 36m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:23 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 44m |
| November | 7:17 AM | 4:11 PM | 8h 54m |
| December | 7:58 AM | 3:52 PM | 7h 54m |