Sun Times in Herne Bay
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Herne Bay?
Sunrise in Herne Bay on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 5:52 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Herne Bay?
Sunset in Herne Bay on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:03 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Herne Bay?
Morning golden hour in Herne Bay ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:17 PM.
How long is the day in Herne Bay?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Herne Bay there are 14 hours and 11 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Herne Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Herne Bay at 12:58 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Herne Bay?
In Herne Bay, sunset is at 8:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:16 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Herne Bay?
Twilight in Herne Bay lasts approximately 133 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 Herne Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Herne Bay in 2026 is at 4:38 AM on June 12 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Herne Bay?
The latest sunset in Herne Bay in 2026 is at 9:16 PM on June 23 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Herne Bay?
After sunset at 8:03 PM in Herne Bay, civil twilight ends at 8:39 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:16 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Herne Bay 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 Herne Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Herne Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:53 AM | 4:16 PM | 8h 23m |
| February | 7:09 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 02m |
| March | 6:09 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:00 AM | 7:51 PM | 13h 52m |
| May | 5:04 AM | 8:40 PM | 15h 36m |
| June | 4:38 AM | 9:13 PM | 16h 35m |
| July | 4:56 AM | 9:05 PM | 16h 09m |
| August | 5:41 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 36m |
| September | 6:30 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:02 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:12 AM | 4:06 PM | 8h 54m |
| December | 7:53 AM | 3:47 PM | 7h 53m |
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