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Sun Times in South Dublin
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in South Dublin?
Sunrise in South Dublin on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in South Dublin?
Sunset in South Dublin on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 8:28 PM (Europe/Dublin). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in South Dublin?
Morning golden hour in South Dublin ends at 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 7:41 PM.
How long is the day in South Dublin?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in South Dublin there are 14 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in South Dublin?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in South Dublin 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 South Dublin?
In South Dublin, sunset is at 8:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:46 PM (Europe/Dublin). Civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in South Dublin?
Twilight in South Dublin lasts approximately 138 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 South Dublin?
The earliest sunrise in South Dublin in 2026 is at 4:56 AM on June 17 (Europe/Dublin). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in South Dublin?
The latest sunset in South Dublin 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 South Dublin?
After sunset at 8:28 PM in South Dublin, civil twilight ends at 9:06 PM — about 37 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:46 PM (Europe/Dublin).
What these times mean
Solar times in South Dublin 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 South Dublin
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in South Dublin on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:32 AM | 4:37 PM | 8h 05m |
| February | 7:43 AM | 5:36 PM | 9h 53m |
| March | 6:40 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 49m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 8:25 PM | 14h 00m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 9:18 PM | 15h 53m |
| June | 4:57 AM | 9:54 PM | 16h 58m |
| July | 5:16 AM | 9:45 PM | 16h 29m |
| August | 6:05 AM | 8:53 PM | 14h 48m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 42m |
| October | 7:51 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 37m |
| November | 7:50 AM | 4:29 PM | 8h 39m |
| December | 8:33 AM | 4:06 PM | 7h 33m |