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Sun Times in Halton
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Halton?
Sunrise in Halton 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 Halton?
Sunset in Halton on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:27 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Halton?
Morning golden hour in Halton ends at 6:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:39 PM.
How long is the day in Halton?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Halton there are 14 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Halton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Halton 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 Halton?
In Halton, sunset is at 8:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:54 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Halton?
Twilight in Halton lasts approximately 146 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 Halton?
The earliest sunrise in Halton in 2026 is at 4:42 AM on June 13 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Halton?
The latest sunset in Halton in 2026 is at 9:42 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Halton?
After sunset at 8:27 PM in Halton, civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:54 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Halton 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 Halton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Halton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:18 AM | 4:22 PM | 8h 05m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 53m |
| March | 6:25 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 00m |
| May | 5:11 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 53m |
| June | 4:42 AM | 9:40 PM | 16h 58m |
| July | 5:01 AM | 9:31 PM | 16h 29m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 48m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:37 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 37m |
| November | 7:35 AM | 4:14 PM | 8h 39m |
| December | 8:19 AM | 3:52 PM | 7h 33m |