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Sun Times in Waltham Abbey
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Waltham Abbey?
Sunrise in Waltham Abbey on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Waltham Abbey?
Sunset in Waltham Abbey on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 8:04 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Waltham Abbey?
Morning golden hour in Waltham Abbey ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:18 PM.
How long is the day in Waltham Abbey?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Waltham Abbey there are 14 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Waltham Abbey?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Waltham Abbey at 1:02 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Waltham Abbey?
In Waltham Abbey, sunset is at 8:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:16 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Waltham Abbey?
Twilight in Waltham Abbey lasts approximately 132 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 Waltham Abbey?
The earliest sunrise in Waltham Abbey in 2026 is at 4:41 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 Waltham Abbey?
The latest sunset in Waltham Abbey in 2026 is at 9:22 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Waltham Abbey?
After sunset at 8:04 PM in Waltham Abbey, civil twilight ends at 8:40 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:16 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Waltham Abbey 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 Waltham Abbey
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Waltham Abbey on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:59 AM | 4:19 PM | 8h 20m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 00m |
| March | 6:14 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 7:57 PM | 13h 53m |
| May | 5:07 AM | 8:46 PM | 15h 39m |
| June | 4:41 AM | 9:20 PM | 16h 39m |
| July | 4:59 AM | 9:11 PM | 16h 12m |
| August | 5:44 AM | 8:23 PM | 14h 38m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:24 AM | 6:06 PM | 10h 42m |
| November | 7:18 AM | 4:10 PM | 8h 51m |
| December | 8:00 AM | 3:50 PM | 7h 50m |