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Sun Times in Darlington
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Darlington?
Sunrise in Darlington on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:40 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Darlington?
Sunset in Darlington on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:40 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Darlington?
Morning golden hour in Darlington ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:49 PM.
How long is the day in Darlington?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Darlington there are 14 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Darlington?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Darlington at 1:10 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Darlington?
In Darlington, sunset is at 8:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:28 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Darlington?
Twilight in Darlington lasts approximately 168 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 Darlington?
The earliest sunrise in Darlington in 2026 is at 4:29 AM on June 15 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Darlington?
The latest sunset in Darlington in 2026 is at 9:46 PM on June 22 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Darlington?
After sunset at 8:40 PM in Darlington, civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM — about 41 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:28 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Darlington 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 Darlington
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Darlington on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:19 AM | 4:12 PM | 7h 53m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 46m |
| March | 6:21 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 05m |
| May | 5:01 AM | 9:05 PM | 16h 04m |
| June | 4:29 AM | 9:43 PM | 17h 14m |
| July | 4:50 AM | 9:33 PM | 16h 43m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 56m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 44m |
| October | 7:34 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 33m |
| November | 7:36 AM | 4:04 PM | 8h 29m |
| December | 8:22 AM | 3:40 PM | 7h 19m |