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Sun Times in Gumel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gumel?
Sunrise in Gumel on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:10 AM (Africa/Lagos). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gumel?
Sunset in Gumel on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:42 PM (Africa/Lagos). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gumel?
Morning golden hour in Gumel ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:13 PM.
How long is the day in Gumel?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Gumel there are 12 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gumel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gumel at 12:26 PM (Africa/Lagos). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gumel?
In Gumel, sunset is at 6:42 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:55 PM (Africa/Lagos). Civil twilight ends at 7:04 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gumel?
Twilight in Gumel lasts approximately 73 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 Gumel?
The earliest sunrise in Gumel in 2026 is at 5:55 AM on May 26 (Africa/Lagos). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gumel?
The latest sunset in Gumel in 2026 is at 6:52 PM on July 1 (Africa/Lagos). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gumel?
After sunset at 6:42 PM in Gumel, civil twilight ends at 7:04 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:55 PM (Africa/Lagos).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gumel 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 Gumel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gumel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:47 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 28m |
| February | 6:44 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 44m |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 25m |
| May | 5:57 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 43m |
| June | 5:57 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 52m |
| July | 6:04 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 48m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 32m |
| September | 6:11 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 6:12 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 51m |
| November | 6:20 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 33m |
| December | 6:35 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 23m |