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Sun Times in Thorpe le Soken
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Thorpe le Soken?
Sunrise in Thorpe le Soken on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Thorpe le Soken?
Sunset in Thorpe le Soken on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 7:40 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Thorpe le Soken?
Morning golden hour in Thorpe le Soken ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:55 PM.
How long is the day in Thorpe le Soken?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Thorpe le Soken there are 13 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Thorpe le Soken?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Thorpe le Soken at 12:55 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Thorpe le Soken?
In Thorpe le Soken, sunset is at 7:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 9:45 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Thorpe le Soken?
Twilight in Thorpe le Soken 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 Thorpe le Soken?
The earliest sunrise in Thorpe le Soken in 2026 is at 4:35 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 Thorpe le Soken?
The latest sunset in Thorpe le Soken in 2026 is at 9:18 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Thorpe le Soken?
After sunset at 7:40 PM in Thorpe le Soken, civil twilight ends at 8:15 PM — about 35 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 9:45 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Thorpe le Soken 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 Thorpe le Soken
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Thorpe le Soken on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:55 AM | 4:14 PM | 8h 18m |
| February | 7:10 AM | 5:09 PM | 9h 59m |
| March | 6:09 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 5:59 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 54m |
| May | 5:02 AM | 8:42 PM | 15h 40m |
| June | 4:35 AM | 9:16 PM | 16h 41m |
| July | 4:53 AM | 9:08 PM | 16h 14m |
| August | 5:39 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 39m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:19 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 42m |
| November | 7:14 AM | 4:04 PM | 8h 50m |
| December | 7:56 AM | 3:44 PM | 7h 48m |