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Sun Times in Shepton Mallet
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shepton Mallet?
Sunrise in Shepton Mallet on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shepton Mallet?
Sunset in Shepton Mallet on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:21 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shepton Mallet?
Morning golden hour in Shepton Mallet ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:36 PM.
How long is the day in Shepton Mallet?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Shepton Mallet there are 14 hours and 17 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shepton Mallet?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shepton Mallet at 1:13 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shepton Mallet?
In Shepton Mallet, sunset is at 8:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:36 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shepton Mallet?
Twilight in Shepton Mallet lasts approximately 134 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 Shepton Mallet?
The earliest sunrise in Shepton Mallet in 2026 is at 4:54 AM on June 11 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shepton Mallet?
The latest sunset in Shepton Mallet in 2026 is at 9:29 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shepton Mallet?
After sunset at 8:21 PM in Shepton Mallet, civil twilight ends at 8:57 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:36 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shepton Mallet 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 Shepton Mallet
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shepton Mallet on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:07 AM | 4:31 PM | 8h 24m |
| February | 7:23 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 03m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 8:06 PM | 13h 51m |
| May | 5:19 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 35m |
| June | 4:54 AM | 9:27 PM | 16h 33m |
| July | 5:12 AM | 9:19 PM | 16h 07m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 35m |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 7:33 AM | 6:17 PM | 10h 44m |
| November | 7:26 AM | 4:22 PM | 8h 55m |
| December | 8:07 AM | 4:02 PM | 7h 55m |