Sun Times in Rathdowney
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Rathdowney?
Sunrise in Rathdowney on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:28 AM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Rathdowney?
Sunset in Rathdowney on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 8:35 PM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Rathdowney?
Morning golden hour in Rathdowney ends at 7:15 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:48 PM.
How long is the day in Rathdowney?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Rathdowney there are 14 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Rathdowney?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Rathdowney at 1:32 PM (Europe/Dublin). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Rathdowney?
In Rathdowney, sunset is at 8:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:52 PM (Europe/Dublin). Civil twilight ends at 9:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Rathdowney?
Twilight in Rathdowney lasts approximately 137 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 Rathdowney?
The earliest sunrise in Rathdowney in 2026 is at 5:04 AM on June 14 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Rathdowney?
The latest sunset in Rathdowney in 2026 is at 9:59 PM on June 20 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Rathdowney?
After sunset at 8:35 PM in Rathdowney, civil twilight ends at 9:12 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:52 PM (Europe/Dublin).
What these times mean
Solar times in Rathdowney 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 Rathdowney
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Rathdowney on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:35 AM | 4:44 PM | 8h 09m |
| February | 7:47 AM | 5:42 PM | 9h 55m |
| March | 6:44 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 50m |
| April | 6:32 AM | 8:29 PM | 13h 58m |
| May | 5:32 AM | 9:21 PM | 15h 49m |
| June | 5:04 AM | 9:57 PM | 16h 52m |
| July | 5:23 AM | 9:48 PM | 16h 24m |
| August | 6:11 AM | 8:56 PM | 14h 45m |
| September | 7:04 AM | 7:45 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:56 AM | 6:35 PM | 10h 39m |
| November | 7:53 AM | 4:35 PM | 8h 43m |
| December | 8:36 AM | 4:14 PM | 7h 38m |
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