Sun Times in Ellon
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ellon?
Sunrise in Ellon on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ellon?
Sunset in Ellon on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 8:19 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ellon?
Morning golden hour in Ellon ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in Ellon?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Ellon there are 14 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ellon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ellon at 1:09 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ellon?
In Ellon, sunset is at 8:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:03 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ellon?
Twilight in Ellon lasts approximately 164 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 Ellon?
The earliest sunrise in Ellon in 2026 is at 4:10 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 Ellon?
The latest sunset in Ellon in 2026 is at 10:10 PM on June 22 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ellon?
After sunset at 8:19 PM in Ellon, civil twilight ends at 9:01 PM — about 42 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:03 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ellon 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 Ellon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ellon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:37 AM | 3:58 PM | 7h 21m |
| February | 7:37 AM | 5:08 PM | 9h 30m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 5:59 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 19m |
| May | 4:47 AM | 9:22 PM | 16h 35m |
| June | 4:10 AM | 10:07 PM | 17h 57m |
| July | 4:33 AM | 9:53 PM | 17h 20m |
| August | 5:33 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 16m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 49m |
| October | 7:41 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 23m |
| November | 7:51 AM | 3:53 PM | 8h 02m |
| December | 8:43 AM | 3:23 PM | 6h 40m |
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