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Sun Times in West Horndon
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Horndon?
Sunrise in West Horndon on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Horndon?
Sunset in West Horndon on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 8:00 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Horndon?
Morning golden hour in West Horndon ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:15 PM.
How long is the day in West Horndon?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in West Horndon there are 14 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Horndon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Horndon at 1:00 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Horndon?
In West Horndon, sunset is at 8:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:11 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Horndon?
Twilight in West Horndon lasts approximately 131 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 West Horndon?
The earliest sunrise in West Horndon in 2026 is at 4:40 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 West Horndon?
The latest sunset in West Horndon in 2026 is at 9:20 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Horndon?
After sunset at 8:00 PM in West Horndon, civil twilight ends at 8:36 PM — about 36 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:11 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Horndon 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 West Horndon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Horndon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:57 AM | 4:18 PM | 8h 21m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 5:13 PM | 10h 01m |
| March | 6:12 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 7:55 PM | 13h 52m |
| May | 5:06 AM | 8:44 PM | 15h 38m |
| June | 4:40 AM | 9:18 PM | 16h 37m |
| July | 4:58 AM | 9:09 PM | 16h 11m |
| August | 5:43 AM | 8:21 PM | 14h 38m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 40m |
| October | 7:22 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 43m |
| November | 7:16 AM | 4:09 PM | 8h 52m |
| December | 7:58 AM | 3:49 PM | 7h 51m |