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Sun Times in Acoua
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Acoua?
Sunrise in Acoua on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:11 AM (Indian/Mayotte). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Acoua?
Sunset in Acoua on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:55 PM (Indian/Mayotte). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Acoua?
Morning golden hour in Acoua ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:26 PM.
How long is the day in Acoua?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Acoua there are 11 hours and 43 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Acoua?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Acoua at 12:03 PM (Indian/Mayotte). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Acoua?
In Acoua, sunset is at 5:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:07 PM (Indian/Mayotte). Civil twilight ends at 6:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Acoua?
Twilight in Acoua lasts approximately 72 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 Acoua?
The earliest sunrise in Acoua in 2026 is at 5:23 AM on November 11 (Indian/Mayotte). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Acoua?
The latest sunset in Acoua in 2026 is at 6:33 PM on January 17 (Indian/Mayotte). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Acoua?
After sunset at 5:55 PM in Acoua, civil twilight ends at 6:16 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:07 PM (Indian/Mayotte).
What these times mean
Solar times in Acoua 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 Acoua
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Acoua on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:45 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 48m |
| February | 5:58 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 30m |
| March | 6:03 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 6:05 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 49m |
| May | 6:10 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 32m |
| June | 6:18 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 23m |
| July | 6:22 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 27m |
| August | 6:13 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 41m |
| September | 5:54 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 01m |
| October | 5:34 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 22m |
| November | 5:23 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 42m |
| December | 5:28 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 52m |