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Sun Times in Dublin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dublin?
Sunrise in Dublin on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:03 AM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dublin?
Sunset in Dublin on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 8:55 PM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dublin?
Morning golden hour in Dublin ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:06 PM.
How long is the day in Dublin?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Dublin there are 14 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dublin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dublin at 1:29 PM (Europe/Dublin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dublin?
In Dublin, sunset is at 8:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:32 PM (Europe/Dublin). Civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dublin?
Twilight in Dublin lasts approximately 157 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 Dublin?
The earliest sunrise in Dublin in 2026 is at 4:56 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 Dublin?
The latest sunset in Dublin in 2026 is at 9:57 PM on June 22 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dublin?
After sunset at 8:55 PM in Dublin, civil twilight ends at 9:34 PM — about 40 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:32 PM (Europe/Dublin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dublin 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 Dublin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dublin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:32 AM | 4:37 PM | 8h 05m |
| February | 7:43 AM | 5:35 PM | 9h 53m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 00m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 53m |
| June | 4:56 AM | 9:54 PM | 16h 58m |
| July | 5:15 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 29m |
| August | 6:04 AM | 8:52 PM | 14h 48m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 6:28 PM | 10h 37m |
| November | 7:49 AM | 4:28 PM | 8h 39m |
| December | 8:33 AM | 4:06 PM | 7h 32m |