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Sun Times in Colwyn Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Colwyn Bay?
Sunrise in Colwyn Bay on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Colwyn Bay?
Sunset in Colwyn Bay on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 8:04 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Colwyn Bay?
Morning golden hour in Colwyn Bay ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Colwyn Bay?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Colwyn Bay there are 13 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Colwyn Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Colwyn Bay 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 Colwyn Bay?
In Colwyn Bay, sunset is at 8:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:16 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Colwyn Bay?
Twilight in Colwyn Bay lasts approximately 132 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 Colwyn Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Colwyn Bay in 2026 is at 4:46 AM on June 14 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Colwyn Bay?
The latest sunset in Colwyn Bay in 2026 is at 9:46 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Colwyn Bay?
After sunset at 8:04 PM in Colwyn Bay, civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:16 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Colwyn Bay 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 Colwyn Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Colwyn Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:22 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 05m |
| February | 7:33 AM | 5:25 PM | 9h 53m |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 8:15 PM | 14h 00m |
| May | 5:15 AM | 9:08 PM | 15h 53m |
| June | 4:46 AM | 9:44 PM | 16h 58m |
| July | 5:06 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 29m |
| August | 5:54 AM | 8:42 PM | 14h 48m |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:41 AM | 6:18 PM | 10h 37m |
| November | 7:39 AM | 4:18 PM | 8h 39m |
| December | 8:23 AM | 3:56 PM | 7h 33m |