Sun Times in Portmarnock
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Portmarnock?
Sunrise in Portmarnock on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:14 AM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Portmarnock?
Sunset in Portmarnock on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 8:39 PM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Portmarnock?
Morning golden hour in Portmarnock ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:51 PM.
How long is the day in Portmarnock?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Portmarnock there are 14 hours and 25 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Portmarnock?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Portmarnock at 1:27 PM (Europe/Dublin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Portmarnock?
In Portmarnock, sunset is at 8:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 11:05 PM (Europe/Dublin). Civil twilight ends at 9:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Portmarnock?
Twilight in Portmarnock lasts approximately 146 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 Portmarnock?
The earliest sunrise in Portmarnock in 2026 is at 4:55 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 Portmarnock?
The latest sunset in Portmarnock in 2026 is at 9:57 PM on June 21 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Portmarnock?
After sunset at 8:39 PM in Portmarnock, civil twilight ends at 9:17 PM — about 38 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 11:05 PM (Europe/Dublin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Portmarnock 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 Portmarnock
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Portmarnock on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:32 AM | 4:36 PM | 8h 04m |
| February | 7:43 AM | 5:35 PM | 9h 52m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 00m |
| May | 5:24 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 54m |
| June | 4:55 AM | 9:54 PM | 16h 59m |
| July | 5:14 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 30m |
| August | 6:04 AM | 8:52 PM | 14h 49m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 6:28 PM | 10h 37m |
| November | 7:49 AM | 4:27 PM | 8h 38m |
| December | 8:33 AM | 4:05 PM | 7h 31m |
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