Sun Times in Greenwich
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Greenwich?
Sunrise in Greenwich on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Greenwich?
Sunset in Greenwich on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:54 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Greenwich?
Morning golden hour in Greenwich ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in Greenwich?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Greenwich there are 13 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Greenwich?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Greenwich at 12:58 PM (America/New_York). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Greenwich?
In Greenwich, sunset is at 7:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:43 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Greenwich?
Twilight in Greenwich lasts approximately 108 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 Greenwich?
The earliest sunrise in Greenwich in 2026 is at 5:13 AM on June 13 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Greenwich?
The latest sunset in Greenwich in 2026 is at 8:37 PM on June 21 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Greenwich?
After sunset at 7:54 PM in Greenwich, civil twilight ends at 8:25 PM — about 31 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:43 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Greenwich 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 Greenwich
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Greenwich on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 4:44 PM | 9h 22m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 34m |
| March | 7:05 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 54m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 25m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 40m |
| June | 5:13 AM | 8:35 PM | 15h 21m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 8:31 PM | 15h 03m |
| August | 5:59 AM | 7:56 PM | 13h 57m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 30m |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 03m |
| November | 6:46 AM | 4:30 PM | 9h 43m |
| December | 7:18 AM | 4:19 PM | 9h 01m |
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