Sun Times in Carnoustie
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Carnoustie?
Sunrise in Carnoustie on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:51 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Carnoustie?
Sunset in Carnoustie on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:34 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Carnoustie?
Morning golden hour in Carnoustie ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:42 PM.
How long is the day in Carnoustie?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Carnoustie there are 14 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Carnoustie?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Carnoustie at 1:13 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Carnoustie?
In Carnoustie, sunset is at 8:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:25 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Carnoustie?
Twilight in Carnoustie lasts approximately 170 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 Carnoustie?
The earliest sunrise in Carnoustie in 2026 is at 4:19 AM on June 16 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Carnoustie?
The latest sunset in Carnoustie in 2026 is at 10:05 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Carnoustie?
After sunset at 8:34 PM in Carnoustie, civil twilight ends at 9:17 PM — about 42 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:25 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Carnoustie 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 Carnoustie
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Carnoustie on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:34 AM | 4:06 PM | 7h 31m |
| February | 7:37 AM | 5:13 PM | 9h 36m |
| March | 6:26 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 8:18 PM | 14h 15m |
| May | 4:55 AM | 9:20 PM | 16h 25m |
| June | 4:20 AM | 10:02 PM | 17h 43m |
| July | 4:42 AM | 9:50 PM | 17h 08m |
| August | 5:39 AM | 8:49 PM | 15h 10m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 7:28 PM | 12h 47m |
| October | 7:42 AM | 6:09 PM | 10h 26m |
| November | 7:49 AM | 4:00 PM | 8h 11m |
| December | 8:39 AM | 3:32 PM | 6h 53m |
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