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Sun Times in Hassi Messaoud
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Hassi Messaoud?
Sunrise in Hassi Messaoud on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (Africa/Algiers). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Hassi Messaoud?
Sunset in Hassi Messaoud on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 7:12 PM (Africa/Algiers). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Hassi Messaoud?
Morning golden hour in Hassi Messaoud ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:39 PM.
How long is the day in Hassi Messaoud?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Hassi Messaoud there are 13 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Hassi Messaoud?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Hassi Messaoud at 12:38 PM (Africa/Algiers). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Hassi Messaoud?
In Hassi Messaoud, sunset is at 7:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:39 PM (Africa/Algiers). Civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Hassi Messaoud?
Twilight in Hassi Messaoud lasts approximately 86 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 Hassi Messaoud?
The earliest sunrise in Hassi Messaoud in 2026 is at 5:29 AM on June 9 (Africa/Algiers). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Hassi Messaoud?
The latest sunset in Hassi Messaoud in 2026 is at 7:45 PM on June 28 (Africa/Algiers). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Hassi Messaoud?
After sunset at 7:12 PM in Hassi Messaoud, civil twilight ends at 7:38 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:39 PM (Africa/Algiers).
What these times mean
Solar times in Hassi Messaoud 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 Hassi Messaoud
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Hassi Messaoud on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:35 AM | 5:54 PM | 10h 19m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 05m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 58m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 57m |
| May | 5:39 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 46m |
| June | 5:30 AM | 7:42 PM | 14h 12m |
| July | 5:41 AM | 7:42 PM | 14h 01m |
| August | 6:00 AM | 7:19 PM | 13h 19m |
| September | 6:19 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 22m |
| October | 6:38 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 25m |
| November | 7:03 AM | 5:36 PM | 10h 33m |
| December | 7:27 AM | 5:33 PM | 10h 06m |