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Sun Times in Kingston upon Hull
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kingston upon Hull?
Sunrise in Kingston upon Hull on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:41 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kingston upon Hull?
Sunset in Kingston upon Hull on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 8:28 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kingston upon Hull?
Morning golden hour in Kingston upon Hull ends at 6:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:39 PM.
How long is the day in Kingston upon Hull?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Kingston upon Hull there are 14 hours and 46 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kingston upon Hull?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kingston upon Hull at 1:05 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kingston upon Hull?
In Kingston upon Hull, sunset is at 8:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:05 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kingston upon Hull?
Twilight in Kingston upon Hull lasts approximately 157 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 Kingston upon Hull?
The earliest sunrise in Kingston upon Hull in 2026 is at 4:30 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 Kingston upon Hull?
The latest sunset in Kingston upon Hull in 2026 is at 9:36 PM on June 22 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kingston upon Hull?
After sunset at 8:28 PM in Kingston upon Hull, civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM — about 40 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:05 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kingston upon Hull 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 Kingston upon Hull
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kingston upon Hull on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 4:11 PM | 8h 01m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 50m |
| March | 6:16 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 8:02 PM | 14h 02m |
| May | 4:59 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 57m |
| June | 4:30 AM | 9:33 PM | 17h 04m |
| July | 4:49 AM | 9:23 PM | 16h 34m |
| August | 5:39 AM | 8:30 PM | 14h 51m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 43m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:04 PM | 10h 36m |
| November | 7:27 AM | 4:03 PM | 8h 35m |
| December | 8:12 AM | 3:40 PM | 7h 28m |