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Sun Times in Kaolack
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kaolack?
Sunrise in Kaolack on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:52 AM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kaolack?
Sunset in Kaolack on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 7:19 PM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kaolack?
Morning golden hour in Kaolack ends at 7:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:51 PM.
How long is the day in Kaolack?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Kaolack there are 12 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kaolack?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kaolack at 1:06 PM (Africa/Dakar). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kaolack?
In Kaolack, sunset is at 7:19 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:32 PM (Africa/Dakar). Civil twilight ends at 7:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kaolack?
Twilight in Kaolack lasts approximately 73 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 Kaolack?
The earliest sunrise in Kaolack in 2026 is at 6:34 AM on May 30 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kaolack?
The latest sunset in Kaolack in 2026 is at 7:37 PM on July 6 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kaolack?
After sunset at 7:19 PM in Kaolack, civil twilight ends at 7:41 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:32 PM (Africa/Dakar).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kaolack 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 Kaolack
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kaolack on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:32 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 23m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 7:09 PM | 11h 41m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:50 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 27m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 47m |
| June | 6:36 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 58m |
| July | 6:43 AM | 7:36 PM | 12h 53m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 36m |
| September | 6:53 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 6:55 AM | 6:44 PM | 11h 49m |
| November | 7:04 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 28m |
| December | 7:20 AM | 6:38 PM | 11h 18m |