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Sun Times in Harleston
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Harleston?
Sunrise in Harleston on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Harleston?
Sunset in Harleston on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 7:47 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Harleston?
Morning golden hour in Harleston ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:01 PM.
How long is the day in Harleston?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Harleston there are 13 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Harleston?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Harleston at 12:55 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Harleston?
In Harleston, sunset is at 7:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:57 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Harleston?
Twilight in Harleston lasts approximately 130 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 Harleston?
The earliest sunrise in Harleston in 2026 is at 4:31 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 Harleston?
The latest sunset in Harleston in 2026 is at 9:21 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Harleston?
After sunset at 7:47 PM in Harleston, civil twilight ends at 8:23 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:57 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Harleston 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 Harleston
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Harleston on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:57 AM | 4:11 PM | 8h 13m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 5:07 PM | 9h 57m |
| March | 6:09 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 5:57 AM | 7:53 PM | 13h 56m |
| May | 4:59 AM | 8:44 PM | 15h 45m |
| June | 4:31 AM | 9:18 PM | 16h 47m |
| July | 4:50 AM | 9:10 PM | 16h 20m |
| August | 5:37 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 42m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 41m |
| October | 7:20 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 40m |
| November | 7:16 AM | 4:02 PM | 8h 46m |
| December | 7:58 AM | 3:41 PM | 7h 43m |