Sun Times in Heathrow
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Heathrow?
Sunrise in Heathrow on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Heathrow?
Sunset in Heathrow on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:01 PM (America/New_York). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Heathrow?
Morning golden hour in Heathrow ends at 7:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Heathrow?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Heathrow there are 13 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Heathrow?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Heathrow at 1:29 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 Heathrow?
In Heathrow, sunset is at 8:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:25 PM (America/New_York). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Heathrow?
Twilight in Heathrow lasts approximately 84 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 Heathrow?
The earliest sunrise in Heathrow in 2026 is at 6:26 AM on June 6 (America/New_York). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Heathrow?
The latest sunset in Heathrow in 2026 is at 8:27 PM on June 23 (America/New_York). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Heathrow?
After sunset at 8:01 PM in Heathrow, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:25 PM (America/New_York).
What these times mean
Solar times in Heathrow 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 Heathrow
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Heathrow on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 5:50 PM | 10h 31m |
| February | 7:03 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 12m |
| March | 7:35 AM | 7:34 PM | 11h 59m |
| April | 6:59 AM | 7:51 PM | 12h 52m |
| May | 6:34 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 35m |
| June | 6:26 AM | 8:25 PM | 13h 58m |
| July | 6:37 AM | 8:25 PM | 13h 48m |
| August | 6:54 AM | 8:04 PM | 13h 10m |
| September | 7:10 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 20m |
| October | 7:26 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 29m |
| November | 6:48 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 43m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 19m |
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