Sun Times in Lagos Island
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lagos Island?
Sunrise in Lagos Island on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:40 AM (Africa/Lagos). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lagos Island?
Sunset in Lagos Island on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 7:01 PM (Africa/Lagos). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lagos Island?
Morning golden hour in Lagos Island ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:32 PM.
How long is the day in Lagos Island?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Lagos Island there are 12 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lagos Island?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lagos Island at 12:51 PM (Africa/Lagos). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Lagos Island?
In Lagos Island, sunset is at 7:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:12 PM (Africa/Lagos). Civil twilight ends at 7:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lagos Island?
Twilight in Lagos Island lasts approximately 72 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 Lagos Island?
The earliest sunrise in Lagos Island in 2026 is at 6:29 AM on May 18 (Africa/Lagos). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lagos Island?
The latest sunset in Lagos Island in 2026 is at 7:06 PM on July 10 (Africa/Lagos). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Lagos Island?
After sunset at 7:01 PM in Lagos Island, civil twilight ends at 7:22 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:12 PM (Africa/Lagos).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lagos Island 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 Lagos Island
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lagos Island on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:02 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 47m |
| February | 7:02 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 55m |
| March | 6:52 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 16m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 25m |
| June | 6:31 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 30m |
| July | 6:38 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 28m |
| August | 6:40 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 20m |
| September | 6:36 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 09m |
| October | 6:32 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 59m |
| November | 6:36 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 50m |
| December | 6:48 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 45m |
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