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Sun Times in Swindon
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Swindon?
Sunrise in Swindon on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:50 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Swindon?
Sunset in Swindon on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:31 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Swindon?
Morning golden hour in Swindon ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:45 PM.
How long is the day in Swindon?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Swindon there are 14 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Swindon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Swindon at 1:11 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Swindon?
In Swindon, sunset is at 8:31 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:56 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Swindon?
Twilight in Swindon lasts approximately 144 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 Swindon?
The earliest sunrise in Swindon in 2026 is at 4:49 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 Swindon?
The latest sunset in Swindon in 2026 is at 9:28 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Swindon?
After sunset at 8:31 PM in Swindon, civil twilight ends at 9:09 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:56 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Swindon 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 Swindon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Swindon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:06 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 21m |
| February | 7:21 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 01m |
| March | 6:21 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 8:03 PM | 13h 52m |
| May | 5:15 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 38m |
| June | 4:49 AM | 9:26 PM | 16h 37m |
| July | 5:07 AM | 9:18 PM | 16h 11m |
| August | 5:52 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 37m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:25 AM | 4:17 PM | 8h 52m |
| December | 8:06 AM | 3:57 PM | 7h 51m |