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Sun Times in Margate
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Margate?
Sunrise in Margate on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:38 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Margate?
Sunset in Margate on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:18 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Margate?
Morning golden hour in Margate ends at 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:32 PM.
How long is the day in Margate?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Margate there are 14 hours and 39 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Margate?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Margate at 12:59 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Margate?
In Margate, sunset is at 8:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:41 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Margate?
Twilight in Margate lasts approximately 143 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 Margate?
The earliest sunrise in Margate in 2026 is at 4:37 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 Margate?
The latest sunset in Margate in 2026 is at 9:15 PM on June 22 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Margate?
After sunset at 8:18 PM in Margate, civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:41 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Margate 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 Margate
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Margate on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:52 AM | 4:15 PM | 8h 22m |
| February | 7:08 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 02m |
| March | 6:08 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 5:59 AM | 7:50 PM | 13h 52m |
| May | 5:03 AM | 8:39 PM | 15h 36m |
| June | 4:37 AM | 9:12 PM | 16h 35m |
| July | 4:55 AM | 9:04 PM | 16h 09m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 8:16 PM | 14h 36m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:18 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:11 AM | 4:05 PM | 8h 54m |
| December | 7:52 AM | 3:46 PM | 7h 53m |