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Sun Times in Colden Common
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Colden Common?
Sunrise in Colden Common on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Colden Common?
Sunset in Colden Common on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:16 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Colden Common?
Morning golden hour in Colden Common ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:31 PM.
How long is the day in Colden Common?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Colden Common there are 14 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Colden Common?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Colden Common at 1:08 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Colden Common?
In Colden Common, sunset is at 8:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:29 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Colden Common?
Twilight in Colden Common lasts approximately 133 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 Colden Common?
The earliest sunrise in Colden Common in 2026 is at 4:50 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 Colden Common?
The latest sunset in Colden Common in 2026 is at 9:23 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Colden Common?
After sunset at 8:16 PM in Colden Common, civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:29 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Colden Common 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 Colden Common
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Colden Common on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:01 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 26m |
| February | 7:18 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 03m |
| March | 6:19 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 50m |
| May | 5:15 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 33m |
| June | 4:50 AM | 9:21 PM | 16h 31m |
| July | 5:08 AM | 9:13 PM | 16h 06m |
| August | 5:52 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 34m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:12 PM | 10h 44m |
| November | 7:21 AM | 4:17 PM | 8h 56m |
| December | 8:01 AM | 3:58 PM | 7h 57m |