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Sun Times in South Ruislip
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Ruislip?
Sunrise in South Ruislip on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:56 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Ruislip?
Sunset in South Ruislip 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 South Ruislip?
Morning golden hour in South Ruislip ends at 6:42 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in South Ruislip?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in South Ruislip there are 14 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Ruislip?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Ruislip at 1:04 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in South Ruislip?
In South Ruislip, sunset is at 8:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:27 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Ruislip?
Twilight in South Ruislip lasts approximately 135 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 South Ruislip?
The earliest sunrise in South Ruislip in 2026 is at 4:43 AM on June 13 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in South Ruislip?
The latest sunset in South Ruislip in 2026 is at 9:23 PM on June 22 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Ruislip?
After sunset at 8:12 PM in South Ruislip, civil twilight ends at 8:48 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:27 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Ruislip 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 South Ruislip
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Ruislip on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:00 AM | 4:21 PM | 8h 21m |
| February | 7:15 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 01m |
| March | 6:15 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 7:58 PM | 13h 52m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 8:47 PM | 15h 38m |
| June | 4:43 AM | 9:20 PM | 16h 37m |
| July | 5:01 AM | 9:12 PM | 16h 11m |
| August | 5:46 AM | 8:24 PM | 14h 37m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:25 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:19 AM | 4:12 PM | 8h 52m |
| December | 8:01 AM | 3:52 PM | 7h 51m |