Sun Times in Lincoln
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lincoln?
Sunrise in Lincoln on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:40 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lincoln?
Sunset in Lincoln on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:31 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lincoln?
Morning golden hour in Lincoln ends at 6:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:43 PM.
How long is the day in Lincoln?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Lincoln there are 14 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lincoln?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lincoln 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 Lincoln?
In Lincoln, sunset is at 8:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:08 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:11 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lincoln?
Twilight in Lincoln lasts approximately 156 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 Lincoln?
The earliest sunrise in Lincoln in 2026 is at 4:34 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 Lincoln?
The latest sunset in Lincoln in 2026 is at 9:33 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lincoln?
After sunset at 8:31 PM in Lincoln, civil twilight ends at 9:11 PM — about 40 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:08 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lincoln 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 Lincoln
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lincoln on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:08 AM | 4:14 PM | 8h 06m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 53m |
| March | 6:16 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 8:02 PM | 13h 59m |
| May | 5:03 AM | 8:55 PM | 15h 52m |
| June | 4:34 AM | 9:31 PM | 16h 57m |
| July | 4:53 AM | 9:21 PM | 16h 28m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 47m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 38m |
| November | 7:26 AM | 4:06 PM | 8h 40m |
| December | 8:10 AM | 3:44 PM | 7h 34m |
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