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Sun Times in Ploërmel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ploërmel?
Sunrise in Ploërmel on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:05 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ploërmel?
Sunset in Ploërmel on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 9:21 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ploërmel?
Morning golden hour in Ploërmel ends at 7:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:38 PM.
How long is the day in Ploërmel?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Ploërmel there are 14 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ploërmel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ploërmel at 2:13 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ploërmel?
In Ploërmel, sunset is at 9:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:24 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:54 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ploërmel?
Twilight in Ploërmel lasts approximately 124 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 Ploërmel?
The earliest sunrise in Ploërmel in 2026 is at 6:09 AM on June 13 (Europe/Paris). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ploërmel?
The latest sunset in Ploërmel in 2026 is at 10:12 PM on June 19 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ploërmel?
After sunset at 9:21 PM in Ploërmel, civil twilight ends at 9:54 PM — about 34 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:24 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ploërmel 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 Ploërmel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ploërmel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:54 AM | 5:44 PM | 8h 50m |
| February | 8:16 AM | 6:32 PM | 10h 16m |
| March | 7:22 AM | 7:14 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 7:20 AM | 8:59 PM | 13h 39m |
| May | 6:31 AM | 9:41 PM | 15h 10m |
| June | 6:09 AM | 10:10 PM | 16h 01m |
| July | 6:25 AM | 10:04 PM | 15h 39m |
| August | 7:04 AM | 9:22 PM | 14h 18m |
| September | 7:46 AM | 8:22 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 8:28 AM | 7:21 PM | 10h 53m |
| November | 8:15 AM | 5:32 PM | 9h 17m |
| December | 8:52 AM | 5:16 PM | 8h 25m |