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Sun Times in Bakel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bakel?
Sunrise in Bakel on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:36 AM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bakel?
Sunset in Bakel on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:10 PM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bakel?
Morning golden hour in Bakel ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:41 PM.
How long is the day in Bakel?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Bakel there are 12 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bakel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bakel at 12:53 PM (Africa/Dakar). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bakel?
In Bakel, sunset is at 7:10 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:24 PM (Africa/Dakar). Civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bakel?
Twilight in Bakel lasts approximately 74 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 Bakel?
The earliest sunrise in Bakel in 2026 is at 6:19 AM on May 23 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bakel?
The latest sunset in Bakel in 2026 is at 7:23 PM on June 27 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bakel?
After sunset at 7:10 PM in Bakel, civil twilight ends at 7:32 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:24 PM (Africa/Dakar).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bakel 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 Bakel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bakel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:19 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 21m |
| February | 7:14 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 40m |
| March | 6:57 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:35 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 49m |
| June | 6:20 AM | 7:20 PM | 13h 00m |
| July | 6:28 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 56m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 37m |
| September | 6:38 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 6:41 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 48m |
| November | 6:51 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 26m |
| December | 7:07 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 15m |