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Sun Times in Pointe aux Piments
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pointe aux Piments?
Sunrise in Pointe aux Piments on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (Indian/Mauritius). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pointe aux Piments?
Sunset in Pointe aux Piments on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 5:57 PM (Indian/Mauritius). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pointe aux Piments?
Morning golden hour in Pointe aux Piments ends at 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:27 PM.
How long is the day in Pointe aux Piments?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Pointe aux Piments there are 11 hours and 26 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pointe aux Piments?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pointe aux Piments at 12:14 PM (Indian/Mauritius). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pointe aux Piments?
In Pointe aux Piments, sunset is at 5:57 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:12 PM (Indian/Mauritius). Civil twilight ends at 6:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pointe aux Piments?
Twilight in Pointe aux Piments lasts approximately 75 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 Pointe aux Piments?
The earliest sunrise in Pointe aux Piments in 2026 is at 5:21 AM on November 18 (Indian/Mauritius). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Pointe aux Piments?
The latest sunset in Pointe aux Piments in 2026 is at 6:55 PM on January 10 (Indian/Mauritius). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pointe aux Piments?
After sunset at 5:57 PM in Pointe aux Piments, civil twilight ends at 6:20 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:12 PM (Indian/Mauritius).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pointe aux Piments 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 Pointe aux Piments
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pointe aux Piments on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:42 AM | 6:55 PM | 13h 13m |
| February | 6:01 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 45m |
| March | 6:12 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 38m |
| May | 6:31 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 10m |
| June | 6:42 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 55m |
| July | 6:45 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 02m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 25m |
| September | 6:06 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 58m |
| October | 5:39 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 32m |
| November | 5:22 AM | 6:26 PM | 13h 04m |
| December | 5:24 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 20m |