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Sun Times in Keur Médoune
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Keur Médoune?
Sunrise in Keur Médoune on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:50 AM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Keur Médoune?
Sunset in Keur Médoune on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 7:21 PM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Keur Médoune?
Morning golden hour in Keur Médoune ends at 7:19 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:52 PM.
How long is the day in Keur Médoune?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Keur Médoune there are 12 hours and 30 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Keur Médoune?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Keur Médoune at 1:05 PM (Africa/Dakar). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Keur Médoune?
In Keur Médoune, sunset is at 7:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:34 PM (Africa/Dakar). Civil twilight ends at 7:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Keur Médoune?
Twilight in Keur Médoune 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 Keur Médoune?
The earliest sunrise in Keur Médoune in 2026 is at 6:33 AM on May 23 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Keur Médoune?
The latest sunset in Keur Médoune in 2026 is at 7:37 PM on June 30 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Keur Médoune?
After sunset at 7:21 PM in Keur Médoune, civil twilight ends at 7:42 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:34 PM (Africa/Dakar).
What these times mean
Solar times in Keur Médoune 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 Keur Médoune
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Keur Médoune on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:32 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 21m |
| February | 7:27 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 40m |
| March | 7:11 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 6:35 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 49m |
| June | 6:34 AM | 7:34 PM | 13h 00m |
| July | 6:42 AM | 7:37 PM | 12h 55m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 37m |
| September | 6:52 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 6:55 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 49m |
| November | 7:04 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 27m |
| December | 7:20 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 16m |