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Sun Times in Ennis
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ennis?
Sunrise in Ennis on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ennis?
Sunset in Ennis on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:53 PM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ennis?
Morning golden hour in Ennis ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:06 PM.
How long is the day in Ennis?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Ennis there are 14 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ennis?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ennis at 1:39 PM (Europe/Dublin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ennis?
In Ennis, sunset is at 8:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:18 PM (Europe/Dublin). Civil twilight ends at 9:31 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ennis?
Twilight in Ennis 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 Ennis?
The earliest sunrise in Ennis in 2026 is at 5:10 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 Ennis?
The latest sunset in Ennis in 2026 is at 10:05 PM on June 22 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ennis?
After sunset at 8:53 PM in Ennis, civil twilight ends at 9:31 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:18 PM (Europe/Dublin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ennis 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 Ennis
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ennis on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:40 AM | 4:50 PM | 8h 09m |
| February | 7:52 AM | 5:47 PM | 9h 55m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 8:35 PM | 13h 58m |
| May | 5:38 AM | 9:27 PM | 15h 49m |
| June | 5:10 AM | 10:02 PM | 16h 52m |
| July | 5:29 AM | 9:53 PM | 16h 24m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 9:02 PM | 14h 45m |
| September | 7:09 AM | 7:51 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 8:01 AM | 6:40 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:58 AM | 4:41 PM | 8h 43m |
| December | 8:42 AM | 4:19 PM | 7h 38m |