Sunset
Sunset in Dublin
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Face west to see tonight's sunset in Dublin.
Use the map's direction line to align your viewing position before sunset.
The sun sets in the west, but its exact position changes throughout the year. In Dublin, this page shows the exact direction so you know where to look.
In Dublin, sunset shifts between northwest in summer and southwest in winter.
Named viewing places in Dublin
These are named locations already present with coordinates in SunPoint's curated city data. Check current public access, opening hours, weather and ground conditions before travelling.
- MapPhoenix Park (Magazine Fort)Verified named place
Elevated western edge of the park with an open horizon over the Liffey valley
- MapKilliney Hill (west side)Verified named place
Same hill, the western slope catches the sun setting over the Wicklow Mountains
- MapSandymount StrandVerified named place
Wide flat beach with a long western view back across the bay at low tide
Tips
- Arrive 20–30 minutes before sunset
- Face the direction shown on the map
- Check cloud cover near the western horizon
- A clear horizon and a city skyline often produce the best photos