Sun Times in Market Drayton
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Market Drayton?
Sunrise in Market Drayton on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:54 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Market Drayton?
Sunset in Market Drayton on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:32 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Market Drayton?
Morning golden hour in Market Drayton ends at 6:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:44 PM.
How long is the day in Market Drayton?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Market Drayton there are 14 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Market Drayton?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Market Drayton 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 Market Drayton?
In Market Drayton, sunset is at 8:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:00 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:10 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Market Drayton?
Twilight in Market Drayton lasts approximately 148 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 Market Drayton?
The earliest sunrise in Market Drayton in 2026 is at 4:43 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 Market Drayton?
The latest sunset in Market Drayton in 2026 is at 9:39 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Market Drayton?
After sunset at 8:32 PM in Market Drayton, civil twilight ends at 9:10 PM — about 39 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:00 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Market Drayton 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 Market Drayton
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Market Drayton on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:15 AM | 4:23 PM | 8h 09m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 5:21 PM | 9h 55m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 8:09 PM | 13h 58m |
| May | 5:12 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 49m |
| June | 4:44 AM | 9:37 PM | 16h 53m |
| July | 5:03 AM | 9:28 PM | 16h 25m |
| August | 5:51 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 45m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:33 AM | 4:15 PM | 8h 42m |
| December | 8:16 AM | 3:53 PM | 7h 37m |
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