Sun Times in Cockermouth
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cockermouth?
Sunrise in Cockermouth on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cockermouth?
Sunset in Cockermouth on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 8:10 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cockermouth?
Morning golden hour in Cockermouth ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:22 PM.
How long is the day in Cockermouth?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Cockermouth there are 13 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cockermouth?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cockermouth at 1:14 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cockermouth?
In Cockermouth, sunset is at 8:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:30 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cockermouth?
Twilight in Cockermouth lasts approximately 141 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 Cockermouth?
The earliest sunrise in Cockermouth in 2026 is at 4:36 AM on June 12 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cockermouth?
The latest sunset in Cockermouth in 2026 is at 9:54 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cockermouth?
After sunset at 8:10 PM in Cockermouth, civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM — about 38 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 Cockermouth 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 Cockermouth
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cockermouth on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:27 AM | 4:18 PM | 7h 51m |
| February | 7:35 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 46m |
| March | 6:28 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 06m |
| May | 5:07 AM | 9:13 PM | 16h 06m |
| June | 4:36 AM | 9:51 PM | 17h 16m |
| July | 4:56 AM | 9:41 PM | 16h 45m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 57m |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 44m |
| October | 7:42 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 33m |
| November | 7:43 AM | 4:11 PM | 8h 28m |
| December | 8:30 AM | 3:46 PM | 7h 17m |
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