Sunrise & sunset times in Abomey-Calavi, Benin
On Wednesday 2 September 2026, the sun rises at 06:43 and sets at 18:57 in Abomey-Calavi. All times are shown in the Africa/Porto-Novo timezone.
Today in Abomey-Calavi
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Golden hour in Abomey-Calavi today
Golden hour is the soft, warm light when the sun is low — from just after sunrise up to a few degrees above the horizon, and again from a few degrees down to sunset. The exact length depends on latitude and the time of year.
Photographers use golden hour for soft, directional warm light. Architects and travellers track it to time outdoor shots and walks in Abomey-Calavi when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Abomey-Calavi (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Abomey-Calavi’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:06 | 18:53 | 12:59 | 11h 47m |
| February | 07:07 | 19:02 | 13:04 | 11h 55m |
| March | 06:57 | 19:01 | 12:59 | 12h 04m |
| April | 06:42 | 18:58 | 12:50 | 12h 15m |
| May | 06:34 | 18:59 | 12:46 | 12h 24m |
| June | 06:36 | 19:05 | 12:51 | 12h 29m |
| July | 06:42 | 19:10 | 12:56 | 12h 27m |
| August | 06:45 | 19:04 | 12:55 | 12h 19m |
| September | 06:41 | 18:50 | 12:45 | 12h 09m |
| October | 06:36 | 18:35 | 12:36 | 11h 58m |
| November | 06:40 | 18:30 | 12:35 | 11h 49m |
| December | 06:53 | 18:38 | 12:45 | 11h 45m |
Solar year in Abomey-Calavi (2026)
Because Abomey-Calavi is near the equator, day length barely shifts through the year — under 0h 45m between the longest and shortest day.
Day length across the year in Abomey-Calavi
Longest day in Abomey-Calavi: 12h 22m on 21 Jun. Shortest day: 11h 38m on 21 Dec. Today the sun is up for about 12h 7m.
Moon tonight in Abomey-Calavi
Next full moon on 26 September 2026, next new moon on 11 September 2026. See the full moon page for the live phase visual and a moon overlay on the interactive map.
Frequently asked questions
What time is sunrise in Abomey-Calavi today?▼
The sun rises at 06:43 Africa/Porto-Novo in Abomey-Calavi, Benin today.
What time is sunset in Abomey-Calavi today?▼
The sun sets at 18:57 Africa/Porto-Novo in Abomey-Calavi today.
How long is the day in Abomey-Calavi today?▼
Daylight in Abomey-Calavi today lasts 12 hours and 13 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Abomey-Calavi?▼
The morning golden hour in Abomey-Calavi runs from 06:22 to 07:11, and the evening golden hour runs from 18:29 to 19:18.
What is the timezone of Abomey-Calavi?▼
Abomey-Calavi uses the Africa/Porto-Novo timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Abomey-Calavi?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Abomey-Calavi is 21 June 2026, with 12h 30m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Abomey-Calavi?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Abomey-Calavi is 21 December 2026, with 11h 45m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Abomey-Calavi?▼
Because Abomey-Calavi is near the equator, the difference between the longest and shortest day is only 0h 45m. Days are nearly the same length all year.