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Sun Times in Meltham
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Meltham?
Sunrise in Meltham on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:55 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Meltham?
Sunset in Meltham on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:25 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Meltham?
Morning golden hour in Meltham ends at 6:43 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in Meltham?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Meltham there are 14 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Meltham?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Meltham at 1:10 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Meltham?
In Meltham, sunset is at 8:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:53 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Meltham?
Twilight in Meltham 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 Meltham?
The earliest sunrise in Meltham 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 Meltham?
The latest sunset in Meltham in 2026 is at 9:41 PM on June 22 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Meltham?
After sunset at 8:25 PM in Meltham, civil twilight ends at 9:03 PM — about 39 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:53 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Meltham 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 Meltham
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Meltham on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:15 AM | 4:18 PM | 8h 02m |
| February | 7:26 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 51m |
| March | 6:22 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 8:08 PM | 14h 01m |
| May | 5:06 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 55m |
| June | 4:37 AM | 9:38 PM | 17h 02m |
| July | 4:56 AM | 9:29 PM | 16h 32m |
| August | 5:46 AM | 8:36 PM | 14h 50m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 43m |
| October | 7:34 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 37m |
| November | 7:33 AM | 4:10 PM | 8h 37m |
| December | 8:17 AM | 3:47 PM | 7h 30m |