Sunrise and Sunset times in Cotonou, Benin 
Cotonou
Littoral
Time zone: Africa/Porto-Novo, UTC 1 h.
Latitude: 6.4, Longitude: 2.52
762 000 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Length of day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-Jun-01, Sunday | 06:33:41 | 12:47:49 | 19:01:57 | 12h 28m 16s |
| 2025-Jun-02, Monday | 06:33:46 | 12:47:58 | 19:02:11 | 12h 28m 25s |
| 2025-Jun-03, Tuesday | 06:33:52 | 12:48:08 | 19:02:25 | 12h 28m 33s |
| 2025-Jun-04, Wednesday | 06:33:58 | 12:48:19 | 19:02:39 | 12h 28m 41s |
| 2025-Jun-05, Thursday | 06:34:05 | 12:48:29 | 19:02:53 | 12h 28m 48s |
| 2025-Jun-06, Friday | 06:34:13 | 12:48:40 | 19:03:07 | 12h 28m 54s |
| 2025-Jun-07, Saturday | 06:34:21 | 12:48:51 | 19:03:22 | 12h 29m 1s |
| 2025-Jun-08, Sunday | 06:34:29 | 12:49:03 | 19:03:36 | 12h 29m 7s |
| 2025-Jun-09, Monday | 06:34:38 | 12:49:14 | 19:03:51 | 12h 29m 13s |
| 2025-Jun-10, Tuesday | 06:34:48 | 12:49:26 | 19:04:05 | 12h 29m 17s |
| 2025-Jun-11, Wednesday | 06:34:57 | 12:49:39 | 19:04:20 | 12h 29m 23s |
| 2025-Jun-12, Thursday | 06:35:08 | 12:49:51 | 19:04:34 | 12h 29m 26s |
| 2025-Jun-13, Friday | 06:35:18 | 12:50:04 | 19:04:49 | 12h 29m 31s |
| 2025-Jun-14, Saturday | 06:35:30 | 12:50:16 | 19:05:03 | 12h 29m 33s |
| 2025-Jun-15, Sunday | 06:35:41 | 12:50:29 | 19:05:17 | 12h 29m 36s |
| 2025-Jun-16, Monday | 06:35:53 | 12:50:42 | 19:05:31 | 12h 29m 38s |
| 2025-Jun-17, Tuesday | 06:36:05 | 12:50:55 | 19:05:45 | 12h 29m 40s |
| 2025-Jun-18, Wednesday | 06:36:17 | 12:51:08 | 19:05:59 | 12h 29m 42s |
| 2025-Jun-19, Thursday | 06:36:30 | 12:51:21 | 19:06:13 | 12h 29m 43s |
| 2025-Jun-20, Friday | 06:36:42 | 12:51:34 | 19:06:26 | 12h 29m 44s |
| 2025-Jun-21, Saturday | 06:36:56 | 12:51:47 | 19:06:39 | 12h 29m 43s |
| 2025-Jun-22, Sunday | 06:37:09 | 12:52:00 | 19:06:52 | 12h 29m 43s |
| 2025-Jun-23, Monday | 06:37:22 | 12:52:13 | 19:07:04 | 12h 29m 42s |
| 2025-Jun-24, Tuesday | 06:37:36 | 12:52:26 | 19:07:17 | 12h 29m 41s |
| 2025-Jun-25, Wednesday | 06:37:49 | 12:52:39 | 19:07:29 | 12h 29m 40s |
| 2025-Jun-26, Thursday | 06:38:03 | 12:52:52 | 19:07:40 | 12h 29m 37s |
| 2025-Jun-27, Friday | 06:38:17 | 12:53:04 | 19:07:51 | 12h 29m 34s |
| 2025-Jun-28, Saturday | 06:38:31 | 12:53:16 | 19:08:02 | 12h 29m 31s |
| 2025-Jun-29, Sunday | 06:38:45 | 12:53:28 | 19:08:12 | 12h 29m 27s |
| 2025-Jun-30, Monday | 06:38:59 | 12:53:40 | 19:08:22 | 12h 29m 23s |
Cotonou on Benin map:
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Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
2. Why are days shorter in winter and longer in summer?
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
3. When is the longest day of the year?
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
4. When is the shortest day of the year?
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
5. How does latitude affect daylight hours?
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
6. Why do New York and Miami have different day lengths?
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
7. When are day and night equal?
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
How fast do days lengthen/shorten?
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
9. Where can I check daylight hours for my city?
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
10. Does daylight affect health?
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks