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Sun Times in Arklow
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Arklow?
Sunrise in Arklow on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Arklow?
Sunset in Arklow on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:42 PM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Arklow?
Morning golden hour in Arklow ends at 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:54 PM.
How long is the day in Arklow?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Arklow there are 14 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Arklow?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Arklow at 1:28 PM (Europe/Dublin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Arklow?
In Arklow, sunset is at 8:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:07 PM (Europe/Dublin). Civil twilight ends at 9:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Arklow?
Twilight in Arklow lasts approximately 145 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 Arklow?
The earliest sunrise in Arklow in 2026 is at 4:59 AM on June 13 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Arklow?
The latest sunset in Arklow in 2026 is at 9:53 PM on June 21 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Arklow?
After sunset at 8:42 PM in Arklow, civil twilight ends at 9:20 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:07 PM (Europe/Dublin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Arklow 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 Arklow
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Arklow on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:29 AM | 4:39 PM | 8h 10m |
| February | 7:41 AM | 5:36 PM | 9h 55m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 8:23 PM | 13h 57m |
| May | 5:27 AM | 9:15 PM | 15h 48m |
| June | 4:59 AM | 9:51 PM | 16h 52m |
| July | 5:18 AM | 9:42 PM | 16h 24m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 8:50 PM | 14h 45m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:50 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:47 AM | 4:30 PM | 8h 43m |
| December | 8:30 AM | 4:08 PM | 7h 38m |