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Sun Times in Sankwia
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Sankwia?
Sunrise in Sankwia on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:49 AM (Africa/Banjul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Sankwia?
Sunset in Sankwia on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:21 PM (Africa/Banjul). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Sankwia?
Morning golden hour in Sankwia ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:52 PM.
How long is the day in Sankwia?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Sankwia there are 12 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Sankwia?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Sankwia at 1:05 PM (Africa/Banjul). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Sankwia?
In Sankwia, sunset is at 7:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:34 PM (Africa/Banjul). Civil twilight ends at 7:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Sankwia?
Twilight in Sankwia 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 Sankwia?
The earliest sunrise in Sankwia in 2026 is at 6:33 AM on May 29 (Africa/Banjul). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Sankwia?
The latest sunset in Sankwia in 2026 is at 7:33 PM on June 30 (Africa/Banjul). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Sankwia?
After sunset at 7:21 PM in Sankwia, civil twilight ends at 7:43 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:34 PM (Africa/Banjul).
What these times mean
Solar times in Sankwia 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 Sankwia
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Sankwia on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:28 AM | 6:54 PM | 11h 25m |
| February | 7:24 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 43m |
| March | 7:09 AM | 7:12 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 7:15 PM | 12h 26m |
| May | 6:36 AM | 7:21 PM | 12h 45m |
| June | 6:35 AM | 7:30 PM | 12h 55m |
| July | 6:42 AM | 7:33 PM | 12h 51m |
| August | 6:49 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 34m |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:03 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 6:52 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 50m |
| November | 7:01 AM | 6:31 PM | 11h 30m |
| December | 7:17 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 20m |