Sun Times in Buncrana
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Buncrana?
Sunrise in Buncrana on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:11 AM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Buncrana?
Sunset in Buncrana on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:54 PM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Buncrana?
Morning golden hour in Buncrana ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:03 PM.
How long is the day in Buncrana?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Buncrana there are 14 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Buncrana?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Buncrana at 1:33 PM (Europe/Dublin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Buncrana?
In Buncrana, sunset is at 8:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:36 PM (Europe/Dublin). Civil twilight ends at 9:35 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Buncrana?
Twilight in Buncrana lasts approximately 162 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 Buncrana?
The earliest sunrise in Buncrana in 2026 is at 4:49 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 Buncrana?
The latest sunset in Buncrana in 2026 is at 10:14 PM on June 22 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Buncrana?
After sunset at 8:54 PM in Buncrana, civil twilight ends at 9:35 PM — about 41 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:36 PM (Europe/Dublin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Buncrana 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 Buncrana
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Buncrana on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:46 AM | 4:32 PM | 7h 47m |
| February | 7:52 AM | 5:35 PM | 9h 43m |
| March | 6:45 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 8:34 PM | 14h 08m |
| May | 5:21 AM | 9:31 PM | 16h 10m |
| June | 4:49 AM | 10:11 PM | 17h 22m |
| July | 5:10 AM | 10:00 PM | 16h 50m |
| August | 6:03 AM | 9:03 PM | 15h 00m |
| September | 7:01 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 45m |
| October | 7:59 AM | 6:30 PM | 10h 31m |
| November | 8:02 AM | 4:25 PM | 8h 24m |
| December | 8:49 AM | 4:00 PM | 7h 11m |
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