Sun Times in Cape Coast
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Cape Coast?
Sunrise in Cape Coast on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:00 AM (Africa/Accra). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Cape Coast?
Sunset in Cape Coast on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:17 PM (Africa/Accra). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Cape Coast?
Morning golden hour in Cape Coast ends at 6:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:49 PM.
How long is the day in Cape Coast?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Cape Coast there are 12 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Cape Coast?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Cape Coast at 12:09 PM (Africa/Accra). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Cape Coast?
In Cape Coast, sunset is at 6:17 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:28 PM (Africa/Accra). Civil twilight ends at 6:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Cape Coast?
Twilight in Cape Coast lasts approximately 71 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 Cape Coast?
The earliest sunrise in Cape Coast in 2026 is at 5:50 AM on May 14 (Africa/Accra). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Cape Coast?
The latest sunset in Cape Coast in 2026 is at 6:22 PM on July 6 (Africa/Accra). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Cape Coast?
After sunset at 6:17 PM in Cape Coast, civil twilight ends at 6:38 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:28 PM (Africa/Accra).
What these times mean
Solar times in Cape Coast 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 Cape Coast
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Cape Coast on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:18 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 52m |
| February | 6:20 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 58m |
| March | 6:11 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 5:58 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 14m |
| May | 5:50 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 21m |
| June | 5:52 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 25m |
| July | 5:59 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 23m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 17m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 09m |
| October | 5:50 AM | 5:50 PM | 12h 00m |
| November | 5:52 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 53m |
| December | 6:05 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 50m |
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