Sun Times in N'Djamena
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in N'Djamena?
Sunrise in N'Djamena on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:48 AM (Africa/Ndjamena). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in N'Djamena?
Sunset in N'Djamena on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:20 PM (Africa/Ndjamena). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in N'Djamena?
Morning golden hour in N'Djamena ends at 6:17 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in N'Djamena?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in N'Djamena there are 12 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in N'Djamena?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in N'Djamena at 12:04 PM (Africa/Ndjamena). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in N'Djamena?
In N'Djamena, sunset is at 6:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:33 PM (Africa/Ndjamena). Civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in N'Djamena?
Twilight in N'Djamena 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 N'Djamena?
The earliest sunrise in N'Djamena in 2026 is at 5:34 AM on May 19 (Africa/Ndjamena). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in N'Djamena?
The latest sunset in N'Djamena in 2026 is at 6:29 PM on July 8 (Africa/Ndjamena). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in N'Djamena?
After sunset at 6:20 PM in N'Djamena, civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:33 PM (Africa/Ndjamena).
What these times mean
Solar times in N'Djamena 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 N'Djamena
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in N'Djamena on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:24 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 30m |
| February | 6:21 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 45m |
| March | 6:07 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:48 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 24m |
| May | 5:35 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 41m |
| June | 5:35 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 50m |
| July | 5:42 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 46m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 31m |
| September | 5:49 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 5:49 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 52m |
| November | 5:57 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 34m |
| December | 6:12 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 25m |
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