- Home
- Castlecomer
Sun Times in Castlecomer
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Castlecomer?
Sunrise in Castlecomer on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:17 AM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Castlecomer?
Sunset in Castlecomer on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:46 PM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Castlecomer?
Morning golden hour in Castlecomer ends at 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:59 PM.
How long is the day in Castlecomer?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Castlecomer there are 14 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Castlecomer?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Castlecomer at 1:32 PM (Europe/Dublin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Castlecomer?
In Castlecomer, sunset is at 8:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:11 PM (Europe/Dublin). Civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Castlecomer?
Twilight in Castlecomer 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 Castlecomer?
The earliest sunrise in Castlecomer in 2026 is at 5:03 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 Castlecomer?
The latest sunset in Castlecomer in 2026 is at 9:57 PM on June 19 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Castlecomer?
After sunset at 8:46 PM in Castlecomer, civil twilight ends at 9:24 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:11 PM (Europe/Dublin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Castlecomer 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 Castlecomer
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Castlecomer on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:33 AM | 4:43 PM | 8h 10m |
| February | 7:45 AM | 5:40 PM | 9h 55m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 58m |
| May | 5:31 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 48m |
| June | 5:03 AM | 9:55 PM | 16h 52m |
| July | 5:22 AM | 9:46 PM | 16h 24m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 8:55 PM | 14h 45m |
| September | 7:02 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:54 AM | 6:33 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:51 AM | 4:34 PM | 8h 43m |
| December | 8:34 AM | 4:13 PM | 7h 38m |