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Sun Times in Palanca
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Palanca?
Sunrise in Palanca on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (Africa/Luanda). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Palanca?
Sunset in Palanca on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:00 PM (Africa/Luanda). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Palanca?
Morning golden hour in Palanca ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:31 PM.
How long is the day in Palanca?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Palanca there are 11 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Palanca?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Palanca at 12:07 PM (Africa/Luanda). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Palanca?
In Palanca, sunset is at 6:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:12 PM (Africa/Luanda). Civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Palanca?
Twilight in Palanca 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 Palanca?
The earliest sunrise in Palanca in 2026 is at 5:25 AM on November 20 (Africa/Luanda). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Palanca?
The latest sunset in Palanca in 2026 is at 6:43 PM on January 15 (Africa/Luanda). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Palanca?
After sunset at 6:00 PM in Palanca, civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:12 PM (Africa/Luanda).
What these times mean
Solar times in Palanca 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 Palanca
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Palanca on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:47 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 55m |
| February | 6:02 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 35m |
| March | 6:09 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 11m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 45m |
| May | 6:19 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 25m |
| June | 6:29 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 14m |
| July | 6:32 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 19m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 36m |
| September | 6:01 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:39 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 26m |
| November | 5:26 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 49m |
| December | 5:30 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 01m |