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Sun Times in Rothbury
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rothbury?
Sunrise in Rothbury 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 Rothbury?
Sunset in Rothbury on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:27 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rothbury?
Morning golden hour in Rothbury ends at 6:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:37 PM.
How long is the day in Rothbury?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Rothbury there are 14 hours and 35 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rothbury?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rothbury 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 Rothbury?
In Rothbury, sunset is at 8:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:07 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rothbury?
Twilight in Rothbury lasts approximately 159 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 Rothbury?
The earliest sunrise in Rothbury in 2026 is at 4:25 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 Rothbury?
The latest sunset in Rothbury in 2026 is at 9:53 PM on June 22 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rothbury?
After sunset at 8:27 PM in Rothbury, civil twilight ends at 9:08 PM — about 41 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:07 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rothbury 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 Rothbury
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rothbury on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:25 AM | 4:09 PM | 7h 45m |
| February | 7:31 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 42m |
| March | 6:22 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 8:12 PM | 14h 09m |
| May | 4:58 AM | 9:10 PM | 16h 12m |
| June | 4:25 AM | 9:50 PM | 17h 25m |
| July | 4:46 AM | 9:39 PM | 16h 53m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 8:42 PM | 15h 01m |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 45m |
| October | 7:37 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 31m |
| November | 7:40 AM | 4:02 PM | 8h 22m |
| December | 8:28 AM | 3:37 PM | 7h 09m |