Sun Times in Kilkenny
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kilkenny?
Sunrise in Kilkenny on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kilkenny?
Sunset in Kilkenny on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 8:50 PM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kilkenny?
Morning golden hour in Kilkenny ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:03 PM.
How long is the day in Kilkenny?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Kilkenny there are 14 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kilkenny?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kilkenny at 1:33 PM (Europe/Dublin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kilkenny?
In Kilkenny, sunset is at 8:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:17 PM (Europe/Dublin). Civil twilight ends at 9:28 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kilkenny?
Twilight in Kilkenny lasts approximately 147 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 Kilkenny?
The earliest sunrise in Kilkenny in 2026 is at 5:04 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 Kilkenny?
The latest sunset in Kilkenny in 2026 is at 9:57 PM on June 23 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kilkenny?
After sunset at 8:50 PM in Kilkenny, civil twilight ends at 9:28 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:17 PM (Europe/Dublin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kilkenny 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 Kilkenny
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kilkenny on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:33 AM | 4:44 PM | 8h 11m |
| February | 7:45 AM | 5:41 PM | 9h 56m |
| March | 6:43 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:31 AM | 8:28 PM | 13h 57m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 9:19 PM | 15h 47m |
| June | 5:04 AM | 9:54 PM | 16h 50m |
| July | 5:23 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 22m |
| August | 6:11 AM | 8:54 PM | 14h 44m |
| September | 7:03 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 41m |
| October | 7:54 AM | 6:34 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:51 AM | 4:35 PM | 8h 44m |
| December | 8:34 AM | 4:14 PM | 7h 40m |
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