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Sun Times in Portknockie
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Portknockie?
Sunrise in Portknockie on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:35 AM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Portknockie?
Sunset in Portknockie on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 8:54 PM (Europe/London). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Portknockie?
Morning golden hour in Portknockie ends at 6:31 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:59 PM.
How long is the day in Portknockie?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Portknockie there are 15 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Portknockie?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Portknockie at 1:15 PM (Europe/London). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Portknockie?
In Portknockie, sunset is at 8:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 12:34 AM (Europe/London). Civil twilight ends at 9:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Portknockie?
Twilight in Portknockie lasts approximately 220 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 Portknockie?
The earliest sunrise in Portknockie in 2026 is at 4:10 AM on June 14 (Europe/London). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Portknockie?
The latest sunset in Portknockie in 2026 is at 10:16 PM on June 21 (Europe/London). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Portknockie?
After sunset at 8:54 PM in Portknockie, civil twilight ends at 9:40 PM — about 46 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 12:34 AM (Europe/London).
What these times mean
Solar times in Portknockie 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 Portknockie
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Portknockie on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:42 AM | 3:59 PM | 7h 16m |
| February | 7:41 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 28m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 47m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 8:22 PM | 14h 21m |
| May | 4:49 AM | 9:27 PM | 16h 39m |
| June | 4:10 AM | 10:13 PM | 18h 03m |
| July | 4:34 AM | 9:59 PM | 17h 25m |
| August | 5:35 AM | 8:54 PM | 15h 19m |
| September | 6:41 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 49m |
| October | 7:45 AM | 6:07 PM | 10h 22m |
| November | 7:56 AM | 3:55 PM | 7h 59m |
| December | 8:48 AM | 3:24 PM | 6h 35m |