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Sun Times in Qandala
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Qandala?
Sunrise in Qandala on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:30 AM (Africa/Mogadishu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Qandala?
Sunset in Qandala on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:58 PM (Africa/Mogadishu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Qandala?
Morning golden hour in Qandala ends at 5:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:29 PM.
How long is the day in Qandala?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Qandala there are 12 hours and 27 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Qandala?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Qandala at 11:44 AM (Africa/Mogadishu). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Qandala?
In Qandala, sunset is at 5:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:10 PM (Africa/Mogadishu). Civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Qandala?
Twilight in Qandala 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 Qandala?
The earliest sunrise in Qandala in 2026 is at 5:15 AM on May 25 (Africa/Mogadishu). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Qandala?
The latest sunset in Qandala in 2026 is at 6:08 PM on July 1 (Africa/Mogadishu). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Qandala?
After sunset at 5:58 PM in Qandala, civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:10 PM (Africa/Mogadishu).
What these times mean
Solar times in Qandala 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 Qandala
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Qandala on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:04 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 32m |
| February | 6:01 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 46m |
| March | 5:47 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:29 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 23m |
| May | 5:17 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 39m |
| June | 5:17 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 48m |
| July | 5:24 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 44m |
| August | 5:29 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 30m |
| September | 5:29 AM | 5:41 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 5:29 AM | 5:22 PM | 11h 53m |
| November | 5:36 AM | 5:13 PM | 11h 36m |
| December | 5:51 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 28m |