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Sun Times in Al Qiţena
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Al Qiţena?
Sunrise in Al Qiţena on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 5:38 AM (Africa/Khartoum). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Al Qiţena?
Sunset in Al Qiţena on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 5:57 PM (Africa/Khartoum). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Al Qiţena?
Morning golden hour in Al Qiţena ends at 6:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:29 PM.
How long is the day in Al Qiţena?
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in Al Qiţena there are 12 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Al Qiţena?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Al Qiţena at 11:48 AM (Africa/Khartoum). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Al Qiţena?
In Al Qiţena, sunset is at 5:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:09 PM (Africa/Khartoum). Civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Al Qiţena?
Twilight in Al Qiţena 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 Al Qiţena?
The earliest sunrise in Al Qiţena in 2026 is at 5:19 AM on May 30 (Africa/Khartoum). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Al Qiţena?
The latest sunset in Al Qiţena in 2026 is at 6:24 PM on June 29 (Africa/Khartoum). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Al Qiţena?
After sunset at 5:57 PM in Al Qiţena, civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:09 PM (Africa/Khartoum).
What these times mean
Solar times in Al Qiţena 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 Al Qiţena
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Al Qiţena on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:19 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 21m |
| February | 6:14 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 40m |
| March | 5:58 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:36 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 5:22 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 49m |
| June | 5:20 AM | 6:21 PM | 13h 00m |
| July | 5:28 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 55m |
| August | 5:36 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 37m |
| September | 5:39 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:41 AM | 5:30 PM | 11h 48m |
| November | 5:51 AM | 5:18 PM | 11h 27m |
| December | 6:07 AM | 5:23 PM | 11h 15m |