Sun Times in Principe
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Principe?
Sunrise in Principe on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 7:46 AM (Africa/Ceuta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Principe?
Sunset in Principe on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 9:01 PM (Africa/Ceuta). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Principe?
Morning golden hour in Principe ends at 8:20 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 8:26 PM.
How long is the day in Principe?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Principe there are 13 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Principe?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Principe at 2:24 PM (Africa/Ceuta). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Principe?
In Principe, sunset is at 9:01 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 10:32 PM (Africa/Ceuta). Civil twilight ends at 9:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Principe?
Twilight in Principe lasts approximately 91 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 Principe?
The earliest sunrise in Principe in 2026 is at 7:04 AM on June 7 (Africa/Ceuta). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Principe?
The latest sunset in Principe in 2026 is at 9:41 PM on June 21 (Africa/Ceuta). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Principe?
After sunset at 9:01 PM in Principe, civil twilight ends at 9:27 PM — about 27 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 10:32 PM (Africa/Ceuta).
What these times mean
Solar times in Principe 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 Principe
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Principe on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8:31 AM | 6:30 PM | 10h 00m |
| February | 8:08 AM | 7:02 PM | 10h 54m |
| March | 7:32 AM | 7:28 PM | 11h 56m |
| April | 7:48 AM | 8:54 PM | 13h 06m |
| May | 7:16 AM | 9:19 PM | 14h 04m |
| June | 7:04 AM | 9:39 PM | 14h 35m |
| July | 7:16 AM | 9:38 PM | 14h 22m |
| August | 7:39 AM | 9:11 PM | 13h 31m |
| September | 8:03 AM | 8:28 PM | 12h 25m |
| October | 8:27 AM | 7:45 PM | 11h 18m |
| November | 7:57 AM | 6:14 PM | 10h 17m |
| December | 8:24 AM | 6:08 PM | 9h 45m |
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