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Sun Times in Ménaka
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Ménaka?
Sunrise in Ménaka on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 5:37 AM (Africa/Bamako). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Ménaka?
Sunset in Ménaka on Sunday, August 30, 2026 is at 6:04 PM (Africa/Bamako). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Ménaka?
Morning golden hour in Ménaka ends at 6:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:35 PM.
How long is the day in Ménaka?
On Sunday, August 30, 2026 in Ménaka there are 12 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Ménaka?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Ménaka at 11:51 AM (Africa/Bamako). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Ménaka?
In Ménaka, sunset is at 6:04 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:17 PM (Africa/Bamako). Civil twilight ends at 6:26 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Ménaka?
Twilight in Ménaka 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 Ménaka?
The earliest sunrise in Ménaka in 2026 is at 5:17 AM on May 31 (Africa/Bamako). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Ménaka?
The latest sunset in Ménaka in 2026 is at 6:26 PM on July 1 (Africa/Bamako). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Ménaka?
After sunset at 6:04 PM in Ménaka, civil twilight ends at 6:26 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:17 PM (Africa/Bamako).
What these times mean
Solar times in Ménaka 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 Ménaka
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Ménaka on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:21 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 17m |
| February | 6:15 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 38m |
| March | 5:58 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 5:35 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 30m |
| May | 5:20 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 52m |
| June | 5:18 AM | 6:23 PM | 13h 04m |
| July | 5:26 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 59m |
| August | 5:35 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 40m |
| September | 5:38 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 5:42 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 47m |
| November | 5:53 AM | 5:16 PM | 11h 23m |
| December | 6:09 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 11m |