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Sun Times in Plougastel-Daoulas
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Plougastel-Daoulas?
Sunrise in Plougastel-Daoulas on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 7:33 AM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Plougastel-Daoulas?
Sunset in Plougastel-Daoulas on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 9:01 PM (Europe/Paris). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Plougastel-Daoulas?
Morning golden hour in Plougastel-Daoulas ends at 8:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:19 PM.
How long is the day in Plougastel-Daoulas?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Plougastel-Daoulas there are 13 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Plougastel-Daoulas?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Plougastel-Daoulas at 2:17 PM (Europe/Paris). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Plougastel-Daoulas?
In Plougastel-Daoulas, sunset is at 9:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:55 PM (Europe/Paris). Civil twilight ends at 9:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Plougastel-Daoulas?
Twilight in Plougastel-Daoulas lasts approximately 115 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 Plougastel-Daoulas?
The earliest sunrise in Plougastel-Daoulas in 2026 is at 6:15 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 Plougastel-Daoulas?
The latest sunset in Plougastel-Daoulas in 2026 is at 10:22 PM on June 19 (Europe/Paris). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Plougastel-Daoulas?
After sunset at 9:01 PM in Plougastel-Daoulas, civil twilight ends at 9:33 PM — about 32 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:55 PM (Europe/Paris).
What these times mean
Solar times in Plougastel-Daoulas 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 Plougastel-Daoulas
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Plougastel-Daoulas on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9:03 AM | 5:50 PM | 8h 47m |
| February | 8:24 AM | 6:39 PM | 10h 14m |
| March | 7:30 AM | 7:22 PM | 11h 52m |
| April | 7:27 AM | 9:08 PM | 13h 41m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 9:50 PM | 15h 13m |
| June | 6:15 AM | 10:20 PM | 16h 05m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 10:14 PM | 15h 42m |
| August | 7:11 AM | 9:31 PM | 14h 21m |
| September | 7:54 AM | 8:30 PM | 12h 36m |
| October | 8:37 AM | 7:28 PM | 10h 52m |
| November | 8:24 AM | 5:38 PM | 9h 14m |
| December | 9:02 AM | 5:23 PM | 8h 21m |