Sunrise & sunset times in Zinder, Niger
On Tuesday 14 July 2026, the sun rises at 06:03 and sets at 18:55 in Zinder. All times are shown in the Africa/Niamey timezone.
Today in Zinder
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Golden hour in Zinder 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 Zinder when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Zinder (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Zinder’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:51 | 18:15 | 12:33 | 11h 24m |
| February | 06:47 | 18:29 | 12:38 | 11h 41m |
| March | 06:31 | 18:34 | 12:32 | 12h 02m |
| April | 06:10 | 18:37 | 12:24 | 12h 26m |
| May | 05:57 | 18:43 | 12:20 | 12h 45m |
| June | 05:56 | 18:52 | 12:24 | 12h 56m |
| July | 06:04 | 18:55 | 12:30 | 12h 51m |
| August | 06:10 | 18:45 | 12:28 | 12h 34m |
| September | 06:12 | 18:25 | 12:19 | 12h 12m |
| October | 06:14 | 18:04 | 12:09 | 11h 49m |
| November | 06:23 | 17:53 | 12:08 | 11h 29m |
| December | 06:39 | 17:58 | 12:19 | 11h 19m |
Solar year in Zinder (2026)
Day length in Zinder swings by 1h 38m between the longest day in June and the shortest in December.
Day length across the year in Zinder
Longest day in Zinder: 12h 49m on 21 Jun. Shortest day: 11h 11m on 21 Dec. Today the sun is up for about 12h 45m.
Moon tonight in Zinder
Next full moon on 29 July 2026, next new moon on 12 August 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 Zinder today?▼
The sun rises at 06:03 Africa/Niamey in Zinder, Niger today.
What time is sunset in Zinder today?▼
The sun sets at 18:55 Africa/Niamey in Zinder today.
How long is the day in Zinder today?▼
Daylight in Zinder today lasts 12 hours and 52 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Zinder?▼
The morning golden hour in Zinder runs from 05:40 to 06:34, and the evening golden hour runs from 18:25 to 19:19.
What is the timezone of Zinder?▼
Zinder uses the Africa/Niamey timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Zinder?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Zinder is 21 June 2026, with 12h 57m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Zinder?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Zinder is 21 December 2026, with 11h 19m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Zinder?▼
Between the longest and shortest day of 2026, day length in Zinder swings by 1h 38m.