Sun Times in Leighton Buzzard
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Leighton Buzzard?
Sunrise in Leighton Buzzard on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Leighton Buzzard?
Sunset in Leighton Buzzard on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:16 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Leighton Buzzard?
Morning golden hour in Leighton Buzzard ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:29 PM.
How long is the day in Leighton Buzzard?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Leighton Buzzard there are 14 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Leighton Buzzard?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Leighton Buzzard at 1:06 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Leighton Buzzard?
In Leighton Buzzard, sunset is at 8:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:34 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Leighton Buzzard?
Twilight in Leighton Buzzard lasts approximately 138 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 Leighton Buzzard?
The earliest sunrise in Leighton Buzzard in 2026 is at 4:42 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 Leighton Buzzard?
The latest sunset in Leighton Buzzard in 2026 is at 9:26 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Leighton Buzzard?
After sunset at 8:16 PM in Leighton Buzzard, civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:34 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Leighton Buzzard 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 Leighton Buzzard
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Leighton Buzzard on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:03 AM | 4:21 PM | 8h 18m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 5:16 PM | 9h 59m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 8:00 PM | 13h 54m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 41m |
| June | 4:42 AM | 9:23 PM | 16h 41m |
| July | 5:00 AM | 9:15 PM | 16h 15m |
| August | 5:46 AM | 8:26 PM | 14h 40m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:27 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 42m |
| November | 7:22 AM | 4:11 PM | 8h 50m |
| December | 8:03 AM | 3:51 PM | 7h 48m |
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