Sun Times in Peterhead
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Peterhead?
Sunrise in Peterhead on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 5:46 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Peterhead?
Sunset in Peterhead on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:31 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Peterhead?
Morning golden hour in Peterhead ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:38 PM.
How long is the day in Peterhead?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Peterhead there are 14 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Peterhead?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Peterhead 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 Peterhead?
In Peterhead, sunset is at 8:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:30 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Peterhead?
Twilight in Peterhead lasts approximately 179 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 Peterhead?
The earliest sunrise in Peterhead in 2026 is at 4:07 AM on June 16 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Peterhead?
The latest sunset in Peterhead in 2026 is at 10:10 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Peterhead?
After sunset at 8:31 PM in Peterhead, civil twilight ends at 9:15 PM — about 44 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:30 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Peterhead 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 Peterhead
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Peterhead on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:37 AM | 3:56 PM | 7h 19m |
| February | 7:36 AM | 5:06 PM | 9h 30m |
| March | 6:23 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 5:57 AM | 8:17 PM | 14h 20m |
| May | 4:45 AM | 9:22 PM | 16h 37m |
| June | 4:08 AM | 10:07 PM | 18h 00m |
| July | 4:31 AM | 9:53 PM | 17h 22m |
| August | 5:32 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 17m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 49m |
| October | 7:41 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 23m |
| November | 7:50 AM | 3:51 PM | 8h 01m |
| December | 8:43 AM | 3:21 PM | 6h 38m |
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