Sun Data
Sunrise & Sunset in Porto-Novo
Benin
Sunrise
6:14 AM
Sunset
6:28 PM
Day Length
12h 14m
Solar Noon
12:21 PM
Golden Hour
Best time for warm, soft photography light
Morning
6:14 AM - 7:14 AM
Evening
5:28 PM - 6:28 PM
Blue Hour
Ethereal blue light before sunrise and after sunset
Morning
5:44 AM - 6:14 AM
Evening
6:28 PM - 6:58 PM
7-Day Sun Forecast
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 12 | 6:14 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 14m |
| Thu, Aug 13 | 6:14 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 14m |
| Fri, Aug 14 | 6:14 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 13m |
| Sat, Aug 15 | 6:15 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 13m |
| Sun, Aug 16 | 6:15 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 13m |
| Mon, Aug 17 | 6:15 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 12m |
| Tue, Aug 18 | 6:15 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 12m |
About Sunrise & Sunset in Porto-Novo
Porto-Novo, Benin experiences varying sunrise and sunset times throughout the year due to its geographic location at approximately 6.5°N latitude and 2.6°E longitude.
The data shown includes sunrise time (when the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon), sunset time (when the upper edge disappears), golden hour times (ideal for photography), and blue hour times (when the sky takes on a deep blue hue).
Planning Your Day
- Photographers: Arrive 30 minutes before golden hour for the best lighting conditions
- Morning exercisers: Check civil twilight time for safe outdoor activity before sunrise
- Stargazers: Wait until after nautical twilight (about 1 hour after sunset) for better visibility
- Travelers: Account for jet lag - sunrise times help reset your circadian rhythm