Sunrise & sunset times in Pointe-Noire, Congo - Brazzaville
On Monday 19 October 2026, the sun rises at 05:50 and sets at 18:04 in Pointe-Noire. All times are shown in the Africa/Brazzaville timezone.
Today in Pointe-Noire
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Golden & blue hour▼
Golden hour in Pointe-Noire 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 Pointe-Noire when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Pointe-Noire (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Pointe-Noire’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:10 | 18:32 | 12:21 | 12h 22m |
| February | 06:18 | 18:34 | 12:26 | 12h 15m |
| March | 06:17 | 18:25 | 12:21 | 12h 07m |
| April | 06:12 | 18:12 | 12:12 | 11h 59m |
| May | 06:11 | 18:05 | 12:08 | 11h 53m |
| June | 06:17 | 18:08 | 12:13 | 11h 50m |
| July | 06:22 | 18:14 | 12:18 | 11h 52m |
| August | 06:18 | 18:15 | 12:17 | 11h 57m |
| September | 06:05 | 18:10 | 12:07 | 12h 04m |
| October | 05:52 | 18:04 | 11:58 | 12h 12m |
| November | 05:47 | 18:07 | 11:57 | 12h 20m |
| December | 05:55 | 18:19 | 12:07 | 12h 24m |
Solar year in Pointe-Noire (2026)
Because Pointe-Noire is near the equator, day length barely shifts through the year — under 0h 33m between the longest and shortest day.
Day length across the year in Pointe-Noire
Longest day in Pointe-Noire: 12h 17m on 21 Dec. Shortest day: 11h 43m on 21 Jun. Today the sun is up for about 12h 7m.
Moon tonight in Pointe-Noire
Next full moon on 26 October 2026, next new moon on 9 November 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 Pointe-Noire today?▼
The sun rises at 05:50 Africa/Brazzaville in Pointe-Noire, Congo - Brazzaville today.
What time is sunset in Pointe-Noire today?▼
The sun sets at 18:04 Africa/Brazzaville in Pointe-Noire today.
How long is the day in Pointe-Noire today?▼
Daylight in Pointe-Noire today lasts 12 hours and 13 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Pointe-Noire?▼
The morning golden hour in Pointe-Noire runs from 05:29 to 06:18, and the evening golden hour runs from 17:36 to 18:25.
What is the timezone of Pointe-Noire?▼
Pointe-Noire uses the Africa/Brazzaville timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Pointe-Noire?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Pointe-Noire is 21 December 2026, with 12h 24m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Pointe-Noire?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Pointe-Noire is 21 June 2026, with 11h 51m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Pointe-Noire?▼
Because Pointe-Noire is near the equator, the difference between the longest and shortest day is only 0h 33m. Days are nearly the same length all year.
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