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Sun Times in Kayes
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kayes?
Sunrise in Kayes on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (Africa/Brazzaville). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kayes?
Sunset in Kayes on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:08 PM (Africa/Brazzaville). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kayes?
Morning golden hour in Kayes ends at 6:36 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:41 PM.
How long is the day in Kayes?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Kayes there are 12 hours and 0 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kayes?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kayes at 12:08 PM (Africa/Brazzaville). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kayes?
In Kayes, sunset is at 6:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:18 PM (Africa/Brazzaville). Civil twilight ends at 6:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kayes?
Twilight in Kayes 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 Kayes?
The earliest sunrise in Kayes in 2026 is at 5:42 AM on October 30 (Africa/Brazzaville). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kayes?
The latest sunset in Kayes in 2026 is at 6:29 PM on January 31 (Africa/Brazzaville). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kayes?
After sunset at 6:08 PM in Kayes, civil twilight ends at 6:30 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:18 PM (Africa/Brazzaville).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kayes 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 Kayes
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kayes on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:06 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 20m |
| February | 6:13 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 14m |
| March | 6:11 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 01m |
| May | 6:05 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 56m |
| June | 6:10 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 53m |
| July | 6:15 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 54m |
| August | 6:12 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 58m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 05m |
| October | 5:46 AM | 5:58 PM | 12h 12m |
| November | 5:42 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 18m |
| December | 5:50 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 22m |