Sun Times in Thurso
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Thurso?
Sunrise in Thurso on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:45 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Thurso?
Sunset in Thurso on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:47 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Thurso?
Morning golden hour in Thurso ends at 6:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:52 PM.
How long is the day in Thurso?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Thurso there are 15 hours and 1 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Thurso?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Thurso at 1:17 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Thurso?
In Thurso, sunset is at 8:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:12 AM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Thurso?
Twilight in Thurso lasts approximately 205 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 Thurso?
The earliest sunrise in Thurso in 2026 is at 4:04 AM on June 16 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Thurso?
The latest sunset in Thurso in 2026 is at 10:27 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Thurso?
After sunset at 8:47 PM in Thurso, civil twilight ends at 9:33 PM — about 46 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:12 AM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Thurso 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 Thurso
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Thurso on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:51 AM | 3:56 PM | 7h 05m |
| February | 7:47 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 23m |
| March | 6:30 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 46m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 26m |
| May | 4:46 AM | 9:36 PM | 16h 50m |
| June | 4:05 AM | 10:24 PM | 18h 20m |
| July | 4:29 AM | 10:09 PM | 17h 39m |
| August | 5:34 AM | 9:01 PM | 15h 26m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:34 PM | 12h 51m |
| October | 7:50 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 18m |
| November | 8:03 AM | 3:52 PM | 7h 49m |
| December | 8:58 AM | 3:19 PM | 6h 21m |
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