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Sun Times in Bafatá
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bafatá?
Sunrise in Bafatá on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:47 AM (Africa/Bissau). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bafatá?
Sunset in Bafatá on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:16 PM (Africa/Bissau). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bafatá?
Morning golden hour in Bafatá ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:48 PM.
How long is the day in Bafatá?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Bafatá there are 12 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bafatá?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bafatá at 1:02 PM (Africa/Bissau). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bafatá?
In Bafatá, sunset is at 7:16 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:29 PM (Africa/Bissau). Civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bafatá?
Twilight in Bafatá 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 Bafatá?
The earliest sunrise in Bafatá in 2026 is at 6:32 AM on May 25 (Africa/Bissau). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bafatá?
The latest sunset in Bafatá in 2026 is at 7:27 PM on June 28 (Africa/Bissau). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bafatá?
After sunset at 7:16 PM in Bafatá, civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:29 PM (Africa/Bissau).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bafatá 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 Bafatá
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bafatá on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:23 AM | 6:52 PM | 11h 29m |
| February | 7:20 AM | 7:05 PM | 11h 45m |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:46 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 24m |
| May | 6:34 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 41m |
| June | 6:34 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 50m |
| July | 6:41 AM | 7:27 PM | 12h 46m |
| August | 6:47 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 31m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 6:48 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 52m |
| November | 6:56 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 34m |
| December | 7:11 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 25m |