Sun Times in St Andrews
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in St Andrews?
Sunrise in St Andrews on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:23 AM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in St Andrews?
Sunset in St Andrews on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:34 PM (Australia/Sydney). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in St Andrews?
Morning golden hour in St Andrews ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:00 PM.
How long is the day in St Andrews?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in St Andrews there are 11 hours and 10 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in St Andrews?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in St Andrews at 11:58 AM (Australia/Sydney). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in St Andrews?
In St Andrews, sunset is at 5:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:57 PM (Australia/Sydney). Civil twilight ends at 5:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in St Andrews?
Twilight in St Andrews lasts approximately 84 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 St Andrews?
The earliest sunrise in St Andrews in 2026 is at 5:57 AM on October 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in St Andrews?
The latest sunset in St Andrews in 2026 is at 8:11 PM on December 31 (Australia/Sydney). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in St Andrews?
After sunset at 5:34 PM in St Andrews, civil twilight ends at 5:59 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:57 PM (Australia/Sydney).
What these times mean
Solar times in St Andrews 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 St Andrews
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in St Andrews on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:00 AM | 8:10 PM | 14h 10m |
| February | 6:31 AM | 7:49 PM | 13h 18m |
| March | 6:55 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 20m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 15m |
| May | 6:41 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 22m |
| June | 7:00 AM | 4:54 PM | 9h 54m |
| July | 7:00 AM | 5:05 PM | 10h 05m |
| August | 6:36 AM | 5:26 PM | 10h 50m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 51m |
| October | 6:15 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 54m |
| November | 5:44 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 53m |
| December | 5:39 AM | 8:03 PM | 14h 24m |
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