Sun Times in South Shields
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Shields?
Sunrise in South Shields on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 5:58 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Shields?
Sunset in South Shields on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 8:15 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Shields?
Morning golden hour in South Shields ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:26 PM.
How long is the day in South Shields?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in South Shields there are 14 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Shields?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Shields at 1:07 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 Shields?
In South Shields, sunset is at 8:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:45 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Shields?
Twilight in South Shields lasts approximately 150 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 Shields?
The earliest sunrise in South Shields in 2026 is at 4:25 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 South Shields?
The latest sunset in South Shields in 2026 is at 9:49 PM on June 23 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in South Shields?
After sunset at 8:15 PM in South Shields, civil twilight ends at 8:54 PM — about 39 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:45 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Shields 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 Shields
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Shields on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:21 AM | 4:09 PM | 7h 48m |
| February | 7:28 AM | 5:12 PM | 9h 44m |
| March | 6:20 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:02 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 07m |
| May | 4:58 AM | 9:07 PM | 16h 09m |
| June | 4:26 AM | 9:46 PM | 17h 20m |
| July | 4:46 AM | 9:35 PM | 16h 49m |
| August | 5:40 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 59m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:22 PM | 12h 45m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 32m |
| November | 7:37 AM | 4:02 PM | 8h 25m |
| December | 8:24 AM | 3:37 PM | 7h 13m |
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