Sun Times in Balbriggan
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Balbriggan?
Sunrise in Balbriggan on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Balbriggan?
Sunset in Balbriggan on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:40 PM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Balbriggan?
Morning golden hour in Balbriggan ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:52 PM.
How long is the day in Balbriggan?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Balbriggan there are 14 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Balbriggan?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Balbriggan at 1:27 PM (Europe/Dublin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Balbriggan?
In Balbriggan, sunset is at 8:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:07 PM (Europe/Dublin). Civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Balbriggan?
Twilight in Balbriggan lasts approximately 147 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 Balbriggan?
The earliest sunrise in Balbriggan in 2026 is at 4:54 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 Balbriggan?
The latest sunset in Balbriggan in 2026 is at 9:58 PM on June 20 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Balbriggan?
After sunset at 8:40 PM in Balbriggan, civil twilight ends at 9:18 PM — about 39 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 Balbriggan 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 Balbriggan
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Balbriggan on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:33 AM | 4:35 PM | 8h 02m |
| February | 7:43 AM | 5:34 PM | 9h 51m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 01m |
| May | 5:23 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 56m |
| June | 4:54 AM | 9:56 PM | 17h 02m |
| July | 5:14 AM | 9:46 PM | 16h 32m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 50m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 43m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 6:28 PM | 10h 36m |
| November | 7:50 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 37m |
| December | 8:35 AM | 4:04 PM | 7h 29m |
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