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Sun Times in Ruthin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ruthin?
Sunrise in Ruthin on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:02 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ruthin?
Sunset in Ruthin on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:29 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ruthin?
Morning golden hour in Ruthin ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:42 PM.
How long is the day in Ruthin?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Ruthin there are 14 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ruthin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ruthin at 1:16 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ruthin?
In Ruthin, sunset is at 8:29 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:54 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ruthin?
Twilight in Ruthin lasts approximately 145 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 Ruthin?
The earliest sunrise in Ruthin in 2026 is at 4:45 AM on June 17 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ruthin?
The latest sunset in Ruthin in 2026 is at 9:44 PM on June 23 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ruthin?
After sunset at 8:29 PM in Ruthin, civil twilight ends at 9:07 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:54 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ruthin 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 Ruthin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ruthin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:19 AM | 4:26 PM | 8h 07m |
| February | 7:30 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 54m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 8:13 PM | 13h 59m |
| May | 5:14 AM | 9:05 PM | 15h 51m |
| June | 4:46 AM | 9:41 PM | 16h 56m |
| July | 5:05 AM | 9:32 PM | 16h 27m |
| August | 5:53 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 47m |
| September | 6:46 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:39 AM | 6:17 PM | 10h 38m |
| November | 7:37 AM | 4:17 PM | 8h 41m |
| December | 8:20 AM | 3:55 PM | 7h 35m |