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Sun Times in Houghton-Le-Spring
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Houghton-Le-Spring?
Sunrise in Houghton-Le-Spring on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Houghton-Le-Spring?
Sunset in Houghton-Le-Spring on Tuesday, August 18, 2026 is at 8:31 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Houghton-Le-Spring?
Morning golden hour in Houghton-Le-Spring ends at 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:41 PM.
How long is the day in Houghton-Le-Spring?
On Tuesday, August 18, 2026 in Houghton-Le-Spring there are 14 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Houghton-Le-Spring?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Houghton-Le-Spring at 1:09 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Houghton-Le-Spring?
In Houghton-Le-Spring, sunset is at 8:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:13 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Houghton-Le-Spring?
Twilight in Houghton-Le-Spring lasts approximately 162 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 Houghton-Le-Spring?
The earliest sunrise in Houghton-Le-Spring in 2026 is at 4:27 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 Houghton-Le-Spring?
The latest sunset in Houghton-Le-Spring in 2026 is at 9:48 PM on June 23 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Houghton-Le-Spring?
After sunset at 8:31 PM in Houghton-Le-Spring, civil twilight ends at 9:12 PM — about 41 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:13 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Houghton-Le-Spring 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 Houghton-Le-Spring
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Houghton-Le-Spring on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:20 AM | 4:10 PM | 7h 50m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 45m |
| March | 6:21 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 07m |
| May | 4:59 AM | 9:06 PM | 16h 07m |
| June | 4:27 AM | 9:45 PM | 17h 18m |
| July | 4:48 AM | 9:34 PM | 16h 47m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 8:38 PM | 14h 58m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 45m |
| October | 7:34 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 32m |
| November | 7:37 AM | 4:03 PM | 8h 26m |
| December | 8:23 AM | 3:38 PM | 7h 15m |