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Sun Times in Peterlee
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Peterlee?
Sunrise in Peterlee on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:51 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Peterlee?
Sunset in Peterlee on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:24 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Peterlee?
Morning golden hour in Peterlee ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:34 PM.
How long is the day in Peterlee?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Peterlee there are 14 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Peterlee?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Peterlee at 1:08 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Peterlee?
In Peterlee, sunset is at 8:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:59 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:04 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Peterlee?
Twilight in Peterlee lasts approximately 155 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 Peterlee?
The earliest sunrise in Peterlee in 2026 is at 4:27 AM on June 13 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Peterlee?
The latest sunset in Peterlee in 2026 is at 9:47 PM on June 23 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Peterlee?
After sunset at 8:24 PM in Peterlee, civil twilight ends at 9:04 PM — about 40 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:59 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Peterlee 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 Peterlee
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Peterlee on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:19 AM | 4:10 PM | 7h 50m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 45m |
| March | 6:20 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:02 AM | 8:09 PM | 14h 06m |
| May | 4:59 AM | 9:05 PM | 16h 07m |
| June | 4:27 AM | 9:44 PM | 17h 17m |
| July | 4:48 AM | 9:33 PM | 16h 46m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 57m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 44m |
| October | 7:34 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 33m |
| November | 7:36 AM | 4:03 PM | 8h 27m |
| December | 8:22 AM | 3:38 PM | 7h 16m |