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Sun Times in Chirnside
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chirnside?
Sunrise in Chirnside on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 5:53 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chirnside?
Sunset in Chirnside on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:28 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chirnside?
Morning golden hour in Chirnside ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Chirnside?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Chirnside there are 14 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chirnside?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chirnside at 1:11 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chirnside?
In Chirnside, sunset is at 8:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:09 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chirnside?
Twilight in Chirnside 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 Chirnside?
The earliest sunrise in Chirnside in 2026 is at 4:23 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 Chirnside?
The latest sunset in Chirnside in 2026 is at 9:58 PM on June 23 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chirnside?
After sunset at 8:28 PM in Chirnside, civil twilight ends at 9:09 PM — about 41 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:09 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Chirnside 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 Chirnside
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chirnside on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:28 AM | 4:08 PM | 7h 39m |
| February | 7:33 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 40m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 11m |
| May | 4:57 AM | 9:14 PM | 16h 17m |
| June | 4:23 AM | 9:55 PM | 17h 32m |
| July | 4:44 AM | 9:43 PM | 16h 59m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 8:44 PM | 15h 05m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 46m |
| October | 7:39 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 29m |
| November | 7:44 AM | 4:01 PM | 8h 18m |
| December | 8:32 AM | 3:35 PM | 7h 02m |