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Sun Times in Cholsey
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cholsey?
Sunrise in Cholsey 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 Cholsey?
Sunset in Cholsey on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cholsey?
Morning golden hour in Cholsey ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Cholsey?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Cholsey there are 14 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cholsey?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cholsey at 1:07 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cholsey?
In Cholsey, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:30 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cholsey?
Twilight in Cholsey lasts approximately 135 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 Cholsey?
The earliest sunrise in Cholsey in 2026 is at 4:46 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 Cholsey?
The latest sunset in Cholsey in 2026 is at 9:26 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cholsey?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in Cholsey, civil twilight ends at 8:51 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:30 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cholsey 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 Cholsey
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cholsey on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:03 AM | 4:24 PM | 8h 21m |
| February | 7:18 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 01m |
| March | 6:18 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 52m |
| May | 5:12 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 38m |
| June | 4:46 AM | 9:24 PM | 16h 38m |
| July | 5:04 AM | 9:15 PM | 16h 11m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 38m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:22 AM | 4:15 PM | 8h 52m |
| December | 8:04 AM | 3:55 PM | 7h 51m |