Sun Times in Benin City
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Benin City?
Sunrise in Benin City on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (Africa/Lagos). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Benin City?
Sunset in Benin City on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:47 PM (Africa/Lagos). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Benin City?
Morning golden hour in Benin City ends at 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:19 PM.
How long is the day in Benin City?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Benin City there are 12 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Benin City?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Benin City at 12:39 PM (Africa/Lagos). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Benin City?
In Benin City, sunset is at 6:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:57 PM (Africa/Lagos). Civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Benin City?
Twilight in Benin City lasts approximately 70 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 Benin City?
The earliest sunrise in Benin City in 2026 is at 6:21 AM on May 13 (Africa/Lagos). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Benin City?
The latest sunset in Benin City in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on July 11 (Africa/Lagos). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Benin City?
After sunset at 6:47 PM in Benin City, civil twilight ends at 7:08 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:57 PM (Africa/Lagos).
What these times mean
Solar times in Benin City 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 Benin City
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Benin City on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:53 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 48m |
| February | 6:53 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 55m |
| March | 6:44 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 6:29 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 16m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 25m |
| June | 6:23 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 29m |
| July | 6:29 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 27m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 19m |
| September | 6:28 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 09m |
| October | 6:23 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 59m |
| November | 6:27 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 50m |
| December | 6:39 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 46m |
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