- Home
- Tombel
Sun Times in Tombel
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tombel?
Sunrise in Tombel on Monday, September 14, 2026 is at 6:12 AM (Africa/Douala). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tombel?
Sunset in Tombel on Monday, September 14, 2026 is at 6:21 PM (Africa/Douala). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tombel?
Morning golden hour in Tombel ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:53 PM.
How long is the day in Tombel?
On Monday, September 14, 2026 in Tombel there are 12 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tombel?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tombel at 12:16 PM (Africa/Douala). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tombel?
In Tombel, sunset is at 6:21 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:30 PM (Africa/Douala). Civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tombel?
Twilight in Tombel lasts approximately 69 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 Tombel?
The earliest sunrise in Tombel in 2026 is at 6:06 AM on October 12 (Africa/Douala). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tombel?
The latest sunset in Tombel in 2026 is at 6:38 PM on July 9 (Africa/Douala). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tombel?
After sunset at 6:21 PM in Tombel, civil twilight ends at 6:42 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:30 PM (Africa/Douala).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tombel 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 Tombel
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tombel on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:34 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 53m |
| February | 6:36 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 58m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 6:14 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 13m |
| May | 6:07 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 20m |
| June | 6:09 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 24m |
| July | 6:16 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 22m |
| August | 6:17 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 16m |
| September | 6:12 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 08m |
| October | 6:06 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 01m |
| November | 6:08 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 54m |
| December | 6:20 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 51m |