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Sun Times in Sangalkam
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sangalkam?
Sunrise in Sangalkam on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 6:57 AM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sangalkam?
Sunset in Sangalkam on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 7:15 PM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sangalkam?
Morning golden hour in Sangalkam ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in Sangalkam?
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in Sangalkam there are 12 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sangalkam?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sangalkam at 1:06 PM (Africa/Dakar). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sangalkam?
In Sangalkam, sunset is at 7:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:27 PM (Africa/Dakar). Civil twilight ends at 7:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sangalkam?
Twilight in Sangalkam lasts approximately 72 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 Sangalkam?
The earliest sunrise in Sangalkam in 2026 is at 6:38 AM on May 25 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sangalkam?
The latest sunset in Sangalkam in 2026 is at 7:42 PM on June 28 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sangalkam?
After sunset at 7:15 PM in Sangalkam, civil twilight ends at 7:37 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:27 PM (Africa/Dakar).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sangalkam 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 Sangalkam
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sangalkam on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:37 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 21m |
| February | 7:33 AM | 7:13 PM | 11h 40m |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:55 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 28m |
| May | 6:40 AM | 7:29 PM | 12h 49m |
| June | 6:39 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 00m |
| July | 6:47 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 55m |
| August | 6:54 AM | 7:31 PM | 12h 37m |
| September | 6:57 AM | 7:10 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 7:00 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 48m |
| November | 7:10 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 27m |
| December | 7:26 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 16m |