Sun Times in São Tomé
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in São Tomé?
Sunrise in São Tomé on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:34 AM (Africa/Sao_Tome). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in São Tomé?
Sunset in São Tomé on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:41 PM (Africa/Sao_Tome). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in São Tomé?
Morning golden hour in São Tomé ends at 6:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:13 PM.
How long is the day in São Tomé?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in São Tomé there are 12 hours and 7 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in São Tomé?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in São Tomé at 11:37 AM (Africa/Sao_Tome). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in São Tomé?
In São Tomé, sunset is at 5:41 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:52 PM (Africa/Sao_Tome). Civil twilight ends at 6:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in São Tomé?
Twilight in São Tomé 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 São Tomé?
The earliest sunrise in São Tomé in 2026 is at 5:13 AM on October 26 (Africa/Sao_Tome). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in São Tomé?
The latest sunset in São Tomé in 2026 is at 5:50 PM on February 4 (Africa/Sao_Tome). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in São Tomé?
After sunset at 5:41 PM in São Tomé, civil twilight ends at 6:02 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:52 PM (Africa/Sao_Tome).
What these times mean
Solar times in São Tomé 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 São Tomé
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in São Tomé on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:39 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 06m |
| February | 5:44 AM | 5:50 PM | 12h 06m |
| March | 5:38 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 06m |
| April | 5:29 AM | 5:36 PM | 12h 07m |
| May | 5:25 AM | 5:33 PM | 12h 08m |
| June | 5:29 AM | 5:37 PM | 12h 09m |
| July | 5:34 AM | 5:43 PM | 12h 08m |
| August | 5:33 AM | 5:41 PM | 12h 07m |
| September | 5:24 AM | 5:31 PM | 12h 07m |
| October | 5:15 AM | 5:21 PM | 12h 06m |
| November | 5:14 AM | 5:20 PM | 12h 06m |
| December | 5:25 AM | 5:31 PM | 12h 06m |
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