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Sun Times in Wadi Halfa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wadi Halfa?
Sunrise in Wadi Halfa on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:33 AM (Africa/Khartoum). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wadi Halfa?
Sunset in Wadi Halfa on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:22 PM (Africa/Khartoum). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wadi Halfa?
Morning golden hour in Wadi Halfa ends at 6:03 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:52 PM.
How long is the day in Wadi Halfa?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Wadi Halfa there are 12 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wadi Halfa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wadi Halfa at 11:58 AM (Africa/Khartoum). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Wadi Halfa?
In Wadi Halfa, sunset is at 6:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:40 PM (Africa/Khartoum). Civil twilight ends at 6:45 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wadi Halfa?
Twilight in Wadi Halfa lasts approximately 78 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 Wadi Halfa?
The earliest sunrise in Wadi Halfa in 2026 is at 5:10 AM on June 3 (Africa/Khartoum). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Wadi Halfa?
The latest sunset in Wadi Halfa in 2026 is at 6:41 PM on June 25 (Africa/Khartoum). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wadi Halfa?
After sunset at 6:22 PM in Wadi Halfa, civil twilight ends at 6:45 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:40 PM (Africa/Khartoum).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wadi Halfa 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 Wadi Halfa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wadi Halfa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:35 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 57m |
| February | 6:25 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 26m |
| March | 6:03 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 00m |
| April | 5:35 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 39m |
| May | 5:15 AM | 6:26 PM | 13h 11m |
| June | 5:11 AM | 6:38 PM | 13h 27m |
| July | 5:20 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 20m |
| August | 5:32 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 53m |
| September | 5:41 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 5:50 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:05 AM | 5:12 PM | 11h 06m |
| December | 6:25 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 49m |