Sun Times in Pikine
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pikine?
Sunrise in Pikine on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:56 AM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pikine?
Sunset in Pikine on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 7:25 PM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pikine?
Morning golden hour in Pikine ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:56 PM.
How long is the day in Pikine?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Pikine there are 12 hours and 28 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pikine?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pikine at 1:11 PM (Africa/Dakar). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pikine?
In Pikine, sunset is at 7:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:37 PM (Africa/Dakar). Civil twilight ends at 7:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pikine?
Twilight in Pikine 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 Pikine?
The earliest sunrise in Pikine in 2026 is at 6:39 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 Pikine?
The latest sunset in Pikine in 2026 is at 7:43 PM on July 1 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pikine?
After sunset at 7:25 PM in Pikine, civil twilight ends at 7:46 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:37 PM (Africa/Dakar).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pikine 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 Pikine
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pikine on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:38 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 21m |
| February | 7:33 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 40m |
| March | 7:17 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 6:41 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 49m |
| June | 6:40 AM | 7:40 PM | 13h 00m |
| July | 6:48 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 55m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 7:32 PM | 12h 37m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 49m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 27m |
| December | 7:26 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 16m |
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