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Sun Times in Towcester
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Towcester?
Sunrise in Towcester on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 5:58 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Towcester?
Sunset in Towcester on Saturday, August 22, 2026 is at 8:13 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Towcester?
Morning golden hour in Towcester ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:27 PM.
How long is the day in Towcester?
On Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Towcester there are 14 hours and 14 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Towcester?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Towcester at 1:06 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Towcester?
In Towcester, sunset is at 8:13 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:30 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:50 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Towcester?
Twilight in Towcester lasts approximately 137 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 Towcester?
The earliest sunrise in Towcester in 2026 is at 4:42 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 Towcester?
The latest sunset in Towcester 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 Towcester?
After sunset at 8:13 PM in Towcester, civil twilight ends at 8:50 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:30 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Towcester 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 Towcester
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Towcester on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:05 AM | 4:21 PM | 8h 16m |
| February | 7:19 AM | 5:17 PM | 9h 58m |
| March | 6:18 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 8:01 PM | 13h 55m |
| May | 5:09 AM | 8:52 PM | 15h 42m |
| June | 4:42 AM | 9:26 PM | 16h 44m |
| July | 5:01 AM | 9:18 PM | 16h 17m |
| August | 5:47 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 41m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 41m |
| October | 7:28 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 41m |
| November | 7:24 AM | 4:12 PM | 8h 48m |
| December | 8:06 AM | 3:51 PM | 7h 45m |