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Sun Times in Messingham
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Messingham?
Sunrise in Messingham on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:52 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Messingham?
Sunset in Messingham on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:18 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Messingham?
Morning golden hour in Messingham ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:30 PM.
How long is the day in Messingham?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Messingham there are 14 hours and 25 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Messingham?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Messingham at 1:05 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Messingham?
In Messingham, sunset is at 8:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:44 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Messingham?
Twilight in Messingham lasts approximately 146 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 Messingham?
The earliest sunrise in Messingham in 2026 is at 4:32 AM on June 15 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Messingham?
The latest sunset in Messingham in 2026 is at 9:36 PM on June 23 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Messingham?
After sunset at 8:18 PM in Messingham, civil twilight ends at 8:56 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:44 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Messingham 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 Messingham
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Messingham on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:10 AM | 4:13 PM | 8h 03m |
| February | 7:21 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 52m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:02 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 01m |
| May | 5:02 AM | 8:56 PM | 15h 55m |
| June | 4:32 AM | 9:33 PM | 17h 01m |
| July | 4:52 AM | 9:24 PM | 16h 32m |
| August | 5:41 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 49m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 43m |
| October | 7:29 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 37m |
| November | 7:28 AM | 4:05 PM | 8h 37m |
| December | 8:12 AM | 3:42 PM | 7h 30m |