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Sun Times in Djougou
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Djougou?
Sunrise in Djougou on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:44 AM (Africa/Porto-Novo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Djougou?
Sunset in Djougou on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 7:05 PM (Africa/Porto-Novo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Djougou?
Morning golden hour in Djougou ends at 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:36 PM.
How long is the day in Djougou?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Djougou there are 12 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Djougou?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Djougou at 12:54 PM (Africa/Porto-Novo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Djougou?
In Djougou, sunset is at 7:05 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:16 PM (Africa/Porto-Novo). Civil twilight ends at 7:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Djougou?
Twilight in Djougou 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 Djougou?
The earliest sunrise in Djougou in 2026 is at 6:31 AM on May 21 (Africa/Porto-Novo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Djougou?
The latest sunset in Djougou in 2026 is at 7:18 PM on July 4 (Africa/Porto-Novo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Djougou?
After sunset at 7:05 PM in Djougou, civil twilight ends at 7:26 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:16 PM (Africa/Porto-Novo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Djougou 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 Djougou
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Djougou on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:14 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 37m |
| February | 7:12 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 49m |
| March | 7:00 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 6:43 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 20m |
| May | 6:32 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 34m |
| June | 6:33 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 41m |
| July | 6:40 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 38m |
| August | 6:44 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 26m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 6:41 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 55m |
| November | 6:47 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 41m |
| December | 7:01 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 34m |