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Sun Times in Tranent
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tranent?
Sunrise in Tranent on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:52 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tranent?
Sunset in Tranent on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 8:36 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tranent?
Morning golden hour in Tranent ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:45 PM.
How long is the day in Tranent?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Tranent there are 14 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tranent?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tranent at 1:15 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tranent?
In Tranent, sunset is at 8:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:23 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tranent?
Twilight in Tranent lasts approximately 167 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 Tranent?
The earliest sunrise in Tranent in 2026 is at 4:25 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 Tranent?
The latest sunset in Tranent in 2026 is at 10:02 PM on June 22 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tranent?
After sunset at 8:36 PM in Tranent, civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM — about 42 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:23 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tranent 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 Tranent
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tranent on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:32 AM | 4:10 PM | 7h 38m |
| February | 7:36 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 39m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 12m |
| May | 4:59 AM | 9:18 PM | 16h 19m |
| June | 4:25 AM | 9:59 PM | 17h 34m |
| July | 4:47 AM | 9:47 PM | 17h 01m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 06m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 46m |
| October | 7:42 AM | 6:11 PM | 10h 28m |
| November | 7:47 AM | 4:04 PM | 8h 16m |
| December | 8:36 AM | 3:37 PM | 7h 00m |