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Sun Times in Kirkham
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kirkham?
Sunrise in Kirkham on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:58 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kirkham?
Sunset in Kirkham on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:29 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kirkham?
Morning golden hour in Kirkham ends at 6:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:41 PM.
How long is the day in Kirkham?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Kirkham there are 14 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kirkham?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kirkham at 1:14 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kirkham?
In Kirkham, sunset is at 8:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:59 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kirkham?
Twilight in Kirkham lasts approximately 150 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 Kirkham?
The earliest sunrise in Kirkham in 2026 is at 4:39 AM on June 17 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kirkham?
The latest sunset in Kirkham in 2026 is at 9:46 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kirkham?
After sunset at 8:29 PM in Kirkham, civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM — about 39 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:59 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kirkham 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 Kirkham
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kirkham on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:20 AM | 4:21 PM | 8h 00m |
| February | 7:30 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 50m |
| March | 6:26 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 02m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 9:06 PM | 15h 57m |
| June | 4:40 AM | 9:44 PM | 17h 04m |
| July | 4:59 AM | 9:34 PM | 16h 34m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 51m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 43m |
| October | 7:38 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 36m |
| November | 7:38 AM | 4:13 PM | 8h 35m |
| December | 8:22 AM | 3:50 PM | 7h 27m |