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Sun Times in Xangongo
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Xangongo?
Sunrise in Xangongo on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:10 AM (Africa/Luanda). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Xangongo?
Sunset in Xangongo on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:53 PM (Africa/Luanda). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Xangongo?
Morning golden hour in Xangongo ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:24 PM.
How long is the day in Xangongo?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Xangongo there are 11 hours and 42 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Xangongo?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Xangongo at 12:01 PM (Africa/Luanda). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Xangongo?
In Xangongo, sunset is at 5:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:05 PM (Africa/Luanda). Civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Xangongo?
Twilight in Xangongo lasts approximately 72 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 Xangongo?
The earliest sunrise in Xangongo in 2026 is at 5:17 AM on November 15 (Africa/Luanda). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Xangongo?
The latest sunset in Xangongo in 2026 is at 6:40 PM on January 17 (Africa/Luanda). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Xangongo?
After sunset at 5:53 PM in Xangongo, civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:05 PM (Africa/Luanda).
What these times mean
Solar times in Xangongo 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 Xangongo
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Xangongo on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:38 AM | 6:39 PM | 13h 01m |
| February | 5:55 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 38m |
| March | 6:03 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 12m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 43m |
| May | 6:16 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 20m |
| June | 6:26 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 08m |
| July | 6:29 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 13m |
| August | 6:18 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 33m |
| September | 5:55 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:32 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 28m |
| November | 5:17 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 54m |
| December | 5:21 AM | 6:28 PM | 13h 07m |