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Sun Times in Clontarf
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Clontarf?
Sunrise in Clontarf on Friday, September 18, 2026 is at 5:43 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Clontarf?
Sunset in Clontarf on Friday, September 18, 2026 is at 5:41 PM (Australia/Brisbane). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Clontarf?
Morning golden hour in Clontarf ends at 6:14 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:10 PM.
How long is the day in Clontarf?
On Friday, September 18, 2026 in Clontarf there are 11 hours and 57 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Clontarf?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Clontarf at 11:42 AM (Australia/Brisbane). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Clontarf?
In Clontarf, sunset is at 5:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:58 PM (Australia/Brisbane). Civil twilight ends at 6:04 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Clontarf?
Twilight in Clontarf lasts approximately 77 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 Clontarf?
The earliest sunrise in Clontarf in 2026 is at 4:44 AM on November 30 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Clontarf?
The latest sunset in Clontarf in 2026 is at 6:47 PM on January 8 (Australia/Brisbane). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Clontarf?
After sunset at 5:41 PM in Clontarf, civil twilight ends at 6:04 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:58 PM (Australia/Brisbane).
What these times mean
Solar times in Clontarf 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 Clontarf
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Clontarf on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:06 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 40m |
| February | 5:31 AM | 6:32 PM | 13h 01m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 27m |
| May | 6:20 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 47m |
| June | 6:35 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 26m |
| July | 6:36 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 34m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 08m |
| September | 5:45 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 55m |
| October | 5:12 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 43m |
| November | 4:48 AM | 6:16 PM | 13h 27m |
| December | 4:47 AM | 6:38 PM | 13h 51m |