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Sun Times in Shannon
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Shannon?
Sunrise in Shannon on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:09 AM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Shannon?
Sunset in Shannon on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:37 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Shannon?
Morning golden hour in Shannon ends at 7:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:58 PM.
How long is the day in Shannon?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Shannon there are 10 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Shannon?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Shannon at 12:23 PM (Pacific/Auckland). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Shannon?
In Shannon, sunset is at 5:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:09 PM (Pacific/Auckland). Civil twilight ends at 6:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Shannon?
Twilight in Shannon lasts approximately 92 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 Shannon?
The earliest sunrise in Shannon in 2026 is at 6:08 AM on November 1 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Shannon?
The latest sunset in Shannon in 2026 is at 8:52 PM on January 2 (Pacific/Auckland). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Shannon?
After sunset at 5:37 PM in Shannon, civil twilight ends at 6:05 PM — about 28 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:09 PM (Pacific/Auckland).
What these times mean
Solar times in Shannon 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 Shannon
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Shannon on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:03 AM | 8:50 PM | 14h 46m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 8:22 PM | 13h 41m |
| March | 7:14 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 26m |
| April | 6:47 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 02m |
| May | 7:17 AM | 5:11 PM | 9h 54m |
| June | 7:40 AM | 4:57 PM | 9h 17m |
| July | 7:38 AM | 5:10 PM | 9h 32m |
| August | 7:08 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 30m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 47m |
| October | 6:32 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 05m |
| November | 5:52 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 20m |
| December | 5:41 AM | 8:44 PM | 15h 03m |