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Sun Times in Cockfosters
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cockfosters?
Sunrise in Cockfosters on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:06 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cockfosters?
Sunset in Cockfosters on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:56 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cockfosters?
Morning golden hour in Cockfosters ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:11 PM.
How long is the day in Cockfosters?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Cockfosters there are 13 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cockfosters?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cockfosters at 1:01 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cockfosters?
In Cockfosters, sunset is at 7:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:04 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cockfosters?
Twilight in Cockfosters lasts approximately 128 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 Cockfosters?
The earliest sunrise in Cockfosters in 2026 is at 4:41 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 Cockfosters?
The latest sunset in Cockfosters in 2026 is at 9:22 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cockfosters?
After sunset at 7:56 PM in Cockfosters, civil twilight ends at 8:31 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:04 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cockfosters 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 Cockfosters
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cockfosters on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:00 AM | 4:20 PM | 8h 20m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 00m |
| March | 6:14 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 53m |
| May | 5:08 AM | 8:46 PM | 15h 38m |
| June | 4:42 AM | 9:20 PM | 16h 38m |
| July | 5:00 AM | 9:12 PM | 16h 12m |
| August | 5:45 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 38m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:19 AM | 4:10 PM | 8h 52m |
| December | 8:00 AM | 3:50 PM | 7h 50m |