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Sun Times in York
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in York?
Sunrise in York on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:40 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in York?
Sunset in York on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:36 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in York?
Morning golden hour in York ends at 6:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:46 PM.
How long is the day in York?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in York there are 14 hours and 55 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in York?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in York at 1:09 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in York?
In York, sunset is at 8:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:19 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in York?
Twilight in York lasts approximately 163 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 York?
The earliest sunrise in York in 2026 is at 4:31 AM on June 15 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in York?
The latest sunset in York in 2026 is at 9:40 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in York?
After sunset at 8:36 PM in York, civil twilight ends at 9:16 PM — about 41 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:19 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in York 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 York
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in York on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:14 AM | 4:13 PM | 7h 59m |
| February | 7:24 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 49m |
| March | 6:19 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:03 AM | 8:06 PM | 14h 02m |
| May | 5:01 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 59m |
| June | 4:31 AM | 9:38 PM | 17h 06m |
| July | 4:51 AM | 9:28 PM | 16h 36m |
| August | 5:42 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 52m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 7:20 PM | 12h 43m |
| October | 7:31 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 35m |
| November | 7:31 AM | 4:05 PM | 8h 34m |
| December | 8:16 AM | 3:42 PM | 7h 25m |