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Sun Times in Chichester
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chichester?
Sunrise in Chichester on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chichester?
Sunset in Chichester on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:11 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chichester?
Morning golden hour in Chichester ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in Chichester?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Chichester there are 14 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chichester?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chichester at 1:06 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chichester?
In Chichester, sunset is at 8:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:23 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:47 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chichester?
Twilight in Chichester lasts approximately 132 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 Chichester?
The earliest sunrise in Chichester in 2026 is at 4:48 AM on June 16 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Chichester?
The latest sunset in Chichester in 2026 is at 9:20 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chichester?
After sunset at 8:11 PM in Chichester, civil twilight ends at 8:47 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:23 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chichester 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 Chichester
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chichester on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:59 AM | 4:26 PM | 8h 27m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 04m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 50m |
| May | 5:14 AM | 8:45 PM | 15h 32m |
| June | 4:49 AM | 9:18 PM | 16h 29m |
| July | 5:06 AM | 9:10 PM | 16h 04m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 33m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 45m |
| November | 7:18 AM | 4:16 PM | 8h 58m |
| December | 7:58 AM | 3:57 PM | 7h 58m |