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Sun Times in Saint Ives
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Saint Ives?
Sunrise in Saint Ives on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:53 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Saint Ives?
Sunset in Saint Ives on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:12 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Saint Ives?
Morning golden hour in Saint Ives ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in Saint Ives?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Saint Ives there are 14 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Saint Ives?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Saint Ives at 1:03 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Saint Ives?
In Saint Ives, sunset is at 8:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:31 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Saint Ives?
Twilight in Saint Ives lasts approximately 139 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 Saint Ives?
The earliest sunrise in Saint Ives in 2026 is at 4:37 AM on June 14 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Saint Ives?
The latest sunset in Saint Ives in 2026 is at 9:26 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Saint Ives?
After sunset at 8:12 PM in Saint Ives, civil twilight ends at 8:49 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:31 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Saint Ives 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 Saint Ives
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Saint Ives on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:02 AM | 4:16 PM | 8h 14m |
| February | 7:16 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 57m |
| March | 6:14 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 56m |
| May | 5:05 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 44m |
| June | 4:37 AM | 9:24 PM | 16h 46m |
| July | 4:56 AM | 9:15 PM | 16h 19m |
| August | 5:43 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 42m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 41m |
| October | 7:25 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 41m |
| November | 7:21 AM | 4:07 PM | 8h 47m |
| December | 8:03 AM | 3:47 PM | 7h 43m |