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Sun Times in Port-Gentil
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Port-Gentil?
Sunrise in Port-Gentil on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:24 AM (Africa/Abidjan). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Port-Gentil?
Sunset in Port-Gentil on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:43 PM (Africa/Abidjan). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Port-Gentil?
Morning golden hour in Port-Gentil ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:14 PM.
How long is the day in Port-Gentil?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Port-Gentil there are 12 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Port-Gentil?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Port-Gentil at 12:34 PM (Africa/Abidjan). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Port-Gentil?
In Port-Gentil, sunset is at 6:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:54 PM (Africa/Abidjan). Civil twilight ends at 7:04 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Port-Gentil?
Twilight in Port-Gentil lasts approximately 71 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 Port-Gentil?
The earliest sunrise in Port-Gentil in 2026 is at 6:14 AM on May 12 (Africa/Abidjan). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Port-Gentil?
The latest sunset in Port-Gentil in 2026 is at 6:48 PM on July 9 (Africa/Abidjan). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Port-Gentil?
After sunset at 6:43 PM in Port-Gentil, civil twilight ends at 7:04 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:54 PM (Africa/Abidjan).
What these times mean
Solar times in Port-Gentil 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 Port-Gentil
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Port-Gentil on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:44 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 50m |
| February | 6:45 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 57m |
| March | 6:36 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 15m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 23m |
| June | 6:16 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 27m |
| July | 6:22 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 25m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 18m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 09m |
| October | 6:15 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 00m |
| November | 6:18 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 52m |
| December | 6:30 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 48m |