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Sun Times in Sherborne
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sherborne?
Sunrise in Sherborne on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 6:07 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sherborne?
Sunset in Sherborne on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:16 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sherborne?
Morning golden hour in Sherborne ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:32 PM.
How long is the day in Sherborne?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Sherborne there are 14 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sherborne?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sherborne at 1:12 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sherborne?
In Sherborne, sunset is at 8:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:28 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sherborne?
Twilight in Sherborne lasts approximately 131 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 Sherborne?
The earliest sunrise in Sherborne in 2026 is at 4:55 AM on June 12 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sherborne?
The latest sunset in Sherborne in 2026 is at 9:28 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sherborne?
After sunset at 8:16 PM in Sherborne, civil twilight ends at 8:52 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:28 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sherborne 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 Sherborne
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sherborne on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:06 AM | 4:32 PM | 8h 26m |
| February | 7:22 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 04m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 51m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 8:05 PM | 13h 50m |
| May | 5:20 AM | 8:53 PM | 15h 33m |
| June | 4:55 AM | 9:26 PM | 16h 31m |
| July | 5:13 AM | 9:18 PM | 16h 05m |
| August | 5:57 AM | 8:31 PM | 14h 34m |
| September | 6:45 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 39m |
| October | 7:33 AM | 6:17 PM | 10h 45m |
| November | 7:26 AM | 4:22 PM | 8h 57m |
| December | 8:06 AM | 4:03 PM | 7h 57m |