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Sun Times in Tongole
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tongole?
Sunrise in Tongole on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:40 AM (Africa/Freetown). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tongole?
Sunset in Tongole on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:59 PM (Africa/Freetown). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tongole?
Morning golden hour in Tongole ends at 7:08 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:31 PM.
How long is the day in Tongole?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Tongole there are 12 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tongole?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tongole at 12:50 PM (Africa/Freetown). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tongole?
In Tongole, sunset is at 6:59 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:10 PM (Africa/Freetown). Civil twilight ends at 7:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tongole?
Twilight in Tongole lasts approximately 71 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 Tongole?
The earliest sunrise in Tongole in 2026 is at 6:29 AM on May 17 (Africa/Freetown). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tongole?
The latest sunset in Tongole in 2026 is at 7:09 PM on July 12 (Africa/Freetown). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tongole?
After sunset at 6:59 PM in Tongole, civil twilight ends at 7:20 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:10 PM (Africa/Freetown).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tongole 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 Tongole
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tongole on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:04 AM | 6:49 PM | 11h 44m |
| February | 7:04 AM | 6:58 PM | 11h 54m |
| March | 6:54 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 6:56 PM | 12h 17m |
| May | 6:30 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 28m |
| June | 6:31 AM | 7:04 PM | 12h 33m |
| July | 6:38 AM | 7:09 PM | 12h 31m |
| August | 6:41 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 22m |
| September | 6:37 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 10m |
| October | 6:34 AM | 6:32 PM | 11h 58m |
| November | 6:38 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 47m |
| December | 6:51 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 42m |