Find the sunset time for your day
Pick your town and date. Everything is worked out on this page in UK time, including British Summer Time.
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Sunset by month
| Month | Sunset | Best photo light | Dark enough for sparklers |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4:09 | 3:09 to 4:09 | 4:49 |
| February | 5:06 | 4:16 to 5:06 | 5:41 |
| March | 5:58 | 5:12 to 5:58 | 6:32 |
| April | 7:52 | 7:06 to 7:52 | 8:29 |
| May | 8:44 | 7:52 to 8:44 | 9:27 |
| June | 9:19 | 8:23 to 9:19 | 10:10 |
| July | 9:12 | 8:18 to 9:12 | 9:58 |
| August | 8:21 | 7:33 to 8:21 | 9:00 |
| September | 7:11 | 6:26 to 7:11 | 7:45 |
| October | 6:00 | 5:13 to 6:00 | 6:35 |
| November | 4:01 | 3:06 to 4:01 | 4:39 |
| December | 3:39 | 2:35 to 3:39 | 4:21 |
Planning your wedding?
Sunset photos, then back to a full dance floor
Tinsel Tim keeps the music going while you slip out for photos, then brings everyone back for the party. Weddings across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire.
Rather talk it through? Call Tim on 07796 565918 or 01760 722283, or message him on WhatsApp.
Quick guide
How to find your wedding sunset time
- Pick your wedding date.
- Choose the nearest town, or use your location.
- Read the sunset, photo light and sparkler times.
- Send the times to your photographer on WhatsApp.
What it does
- Sunset, sunrise, golden hour and blue hour
- When it's dark enough for sparklers
- The harsh midday sun to plan around
- 36 towns across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire, or your location
- UK time, including British Summer Time
- Month-by-month table for Norwich
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Questions
Wedding Sunset & Golden Hour Finder: common questions
What is golden hour?
It's the time when the sun is low, just before sunset, and the light is soft and warm. It's the most flattering light for couple photos, which is why photographers ask about it.
When should we do our couple photos?
Many couples slip out for 15 to 20 minutes during golden hour, after the meal. The finder shows the exact times for your date and town.
When is it dark enough for a sparkler send-off?
Usually around half an hour after sunset. The finder shows the time it's properly dark for your date. Always check the venue allows sparklers.
Are the times accurate?
They are worked out from the sun's position with standard astronomical formulas and shown in UK time. They can be a minute or two out, and hills or tall trees can hide the sun a little earlier.
Tim’s tip
Let your DJ know when you're slipping out for golden hour photos. The music can keep everyone happy while you're gone, then welcome you back.
Made by Tim Daymond (Tinsel Tim). Tim has been a DJ since 1976 and has run Mobile Disco Network since 2013. He plays weddings and parties across Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire. He is a Norfolk County Council Trading Standards Trusted Trader (ID 0000457), a member of the NADJ and the winner of 23 independent awards.
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Free to use, no sign-up. Last reviewed 11 October 2026.
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