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Sun Times in Tambacounda
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tambacounda?
Sunrise in Tambacounda on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tambacounda?
Sunset in Tambacounda on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 7:15 PM (Africa/Dakar). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tambacounda?
Morning golden hour in Tambacounda ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:47 PM.
How long is the day in Tambacounda?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Tambacounda there are 12 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tambacounda?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tambacounda at 12:58 PM (Africa/Dakar). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tambacounda?
In Tambacounda, sunset is at 7:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:29 PM (Africa/Dakar). Civil twilight ends at 7:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tambacounda?
Twilight in Tambacounda lasts approximately 74 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 Tambacounda?
The earliest sunrise in Tambacounda in 2026 is at 6:25 AM on May 31 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tambacounda?
The latest sunset in Tambacounda in 2026 is at 7:26 PM on June 29 (Africa/Dakar). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tambacounda?
After sunset at 7:15 PM in Tambacounda, 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 8:29 PM (Africa/Dakar).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tambacounda 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 Tambacounda
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tambacounda on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:22 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 24m |
| February | 7:17 AM | 6:59 PM | 11h 42m |
| March | 7:02 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 6:41 AM | 7:08 PM | 12h 26m |
| May | 6:28 AM | 7:14 PM | 12h 46m |
| June | 6:27 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 56m |
| July | 6:34 AM | 7:26 PM | 12h 52m |
| August | 6:41 AM | 7:16 PM | 12h 35m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 6:45 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 50m |
| November | 6:54 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 30m |
| December | 7:10 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 19m |