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Sun Times in Oban
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Oban?
Sunrise in Oban on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Oban?
Sunset in Oban on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 8:50 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Oban?
Morning golden hour in Oban ends at 6:51 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:58 PM.
How long is the day in Oban?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Oban there are 14 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Oban?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Oban at 1:25 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Oban?
In Oban, sunset is at 8:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:45 PM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Oban?
Twilight in Oban lasts approximately 175 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 Oban?
The earliest sunrise in Oban in 2026 is at 4:31 AM on June 15 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Oban?
The latest sunset in Oban in 2026 is at 10:15 PM on June 19 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Oban?
After sunset at 8:50 PM in Oban, civil twilight ends at 9:33 PM — about 43 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:45 PM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Oban 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 Oban
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Oban on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:45 AM | 4:17 PM | 7h 32m |
| February | 7:48 AM | 5:24 PM | 9h 36m |
| March | 6:37 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 48m |
| April | 6:15 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 14m |
| May | 5:06 AM | 9:30 PM | 16h 24m |
| June | 4:31 AM | 10:13 PM | 17h 42m |
| July | 4:53 AM | 10:00 PM | 17h 07m |
| August | 5:51 AM | 9:00 PM | 15h 09m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:39 PM | 12h 47m |
| October | 7:53 AM | 6:20 PM | 10h 27m |
| November | 8:00 AM | 4:12 PM | 8h 12m |
| December | 8:49 AM | 3:43 PM | 6h 54m |