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Sun Times in Tchigouéla
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tchigouéla?
Sunrise in Tchigouéla on Thursday, September 10, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (Africa/Conakry). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tchigouéla?
Sunset in Tchigouéla on Thursday, September 10, 2026 is at 6:34 PM (Africa/Conakry). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tchigouéla?
Morning golden hour in Tchigouéla ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:06 PM.
How long is the day in Tchigouéla?
On Thursday, September 10, 2026 in Tchigouéla there are 12 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tchigouéla?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tchigouéla at 12:27 PM (Africa/Conakry). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tchigouéla?
In Tchigouéla, sunset is at 6:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:44 PM (Africa/Conakry). Civil twilight ends at 6:55 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tchigouéla?
Twilight in Tchigouéla lasts approximately 70 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 Tchigouéla?
The earliest sunrise in Tchigouéla in 2026 is at 6:09 AM on May 24 (Africa/Conakry). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tchigouéla?
The latest sunset in Tchigouéla in 2026 is at 6:54 PM on July 1 (Africa/Conakry). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tchigouéla?
After sunset at 6:34 PM in Tchigouéla, civil twilight ends at 6:55 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:44 PM (Africa/Conakry).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tchigouéla 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 Tchigouéla
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tchigouéla on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:50 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 39m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 50m |
| March | 6:37 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 20m |
| May | 6:10 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 32m |
| June | 6:11 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 39m |
| July | 6:18 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 36m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 25m |
| September | 6:20 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 10m |
| October | 6:18 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 56m |
| November | 6:24 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 42m |
| December | 6:37 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 36m |