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Sun Times in Castle Douglas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Castle Douglas?
Sunrise in Castle Douglas on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:01 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Castle Douglas?
Sunset in Castle Douglas 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 Castle Douglas?
Morning golden hour in Castle Douglas ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:45 PM.
How long is the day in Castle Douglas?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Castle Douglas there are 14 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Castle Douglas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Castle Douglas at 1:18 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Castle Douglas?
In Castle Douglas, sunset is at 8:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:11 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:15 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Castle Douglas?
Twilight in Castle Douglas lasts approximately 156 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 Castle Douglas?
The earliest sunrise in Castle Douglas in 2026 is at 4:36 AM on June 14 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Castle Douglas?
The latest sunset in Castle Douglas in 2026 is at 9:58 PM on June 20 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Castle Douglas?
After sunset at 8:34 PM in Castle Douglas, civil twilight ends at 9:15 PM — about 40 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:11 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Castle Douglas 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 Castle Douglas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Castle Douglas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:31 AM | 4:19 PM | 7h 49m |
| February | 7:38 AM | 5:22 PM | 9h 44m |
| March | 6:30 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:12 AM | 8:19 PM | 14h 07m |
| May | 5:08 AM | 9:16 PM | 16h 08m |
| June | 4:36 AM | 9:56 PM | 17h 20m |
| July | 4:57 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 48m |
| August | 5:50 AM | 8:48 PM | 14h 59m |
| September | 6:48 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 45m |
| October | 7:45 AM | 6:17 PM | 10h 32m |
| November | 7:47 AM | 4:12 PM | 8h 25m |
| December | 8:34 AM | 3:47 PM | 7h 13m |