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Sun Times in Wigan
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wigan?
Sunrise in Wigan on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:48 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wigan?
Sunset in Wigan on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:41 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wigan?
Morning golden hour in Wigan ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:52 PM.
How long is the day in Wigan?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Wigan there are 14 hours and 53 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wigan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wigan 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 Wigan?
In Wigan, sunset is at 8:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:20 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wigan?
Twilight in Wigan lasts approximately 159 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 Wigan?
The earliest sunrise in Wigan in 2026 is at 4:40 AM on June 14 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Wigan?
The latest sunset in Wigan in 2026 is at 9:44 PM on June 23 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wigan?
After sunset at 8:41 PM in Wigan, civil twilight ends at 9:21 PM — about 40 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:20 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wigan 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 Wigan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wigan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:18 AM | 4:21 PM | 8h 03m |
| February | 7:29 AM | 5:20 PM | 9h 51m |
| March | 6:25 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 8:11 PM | 14h 01m |
| May | 5:10 AM | 9:04 PM | 15h 55m |
| June | 4:40 AM | 9:41 PM | 17h 01m |
| July | 5:00 AM | 9:32 PM | 16h 32m |
| August | 5:49 AM | 8:39 PM | 14h 49m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 43m |
| October | 7:37 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 37m |
| November | 7:36 AM | 4:13 PM | 8h 37m |
| December | 8:20 AM | 3:50 PM | 7h 30m |