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Sun Times in Thornbury
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Thornbury?
Sunrise in Thornbury on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Thornbury?
Sunset in Thornbury on Friday, September 4, 2026 is at 7:50 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Thornbury?
Morning golden hour in Thornbury ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:05 PM.
How long is the day in Thornbury?
On Friday, September 4, 2026 in Thornbury there are 13 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Thornbury?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Thornbury at 1:09 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Thornbury?
In Thornbury, sunset is at 7:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:55 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Thornbury?
Twilight in Thornbury lasts approximately 125 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 Thornbury?
The earliest sunrise in Thornbury in 2026 is at 4:48 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 Thornbury?
The latest sunset in Thornbury in 2026 is at 9:35 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Thornbury?
After sunset at 7:50 PM in Thornbury, civil twilight ends at 8:26 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:55 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Thornbury 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 Thornbury
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Thornbury on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:12 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 15m |
| February | 7:25 AM | 5:23 PM | 9h 58m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 8:08 PM | 13h 55m |
| May | 5:15 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 43m |
| June | 4:48 AM | 9:33 PM | 16h 45m |
| July | 5:06 AM | 9:24 PM | 16h 18m |
| August | 5:53 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 41m |
| September | 6:44 AM | 7:25 PM | 12h 41m |
| October | 7:35 AM | 6:15 PM | 10h 41m |
| November | 7:30 AM | 4:18 PM | 8h 47m |
| December | 8:13 AM | 3:57 PM | 7h 44m |