Sunrise and Sunset times in Cotonou, Benin
Daily sun schedule, day length and annual chart
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| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-Apr-01, Wednesday | 06:48:15 | 12:53:46 | 18:59:18 | 12h 11m 3s |
| 2026-Apr-02, Thursday | 06:47:46 | 12:53:29 | 18:59:11 | 12h 11m 25s |
| 2026-Apr-03, Friday | 06:47:18 | 12:53:11 | 18:59:04 | 12h 11m 46s |
| 2026-Apr-04, Saturday | 06:46:50 | 12:52:54 | 18:58:57 | 12h 12m 7s |
| 2026-Apr-05, Sunday | 06:46:23 | 12:52:36 | 18:58:50 | 12h 12m 27s |
| 2026-Apr-06, Monday | 06:45:55 | 12:52:19 | 18:58:43 | 12h 12m 48s |
| 2026-Apr-07, Tuesday | 06:45:28 | 12:52:02 | 18:58:37 | 12h 13m 9s |
| 2026-Apr-08, Wednesday | 06:45:01 | 12:51:46 | 18:58:31 | 12h 13m 30s |
| 2026-Apr-09, Thursday | 06:44:34 | 12:51:29 | 18:58:25 | 12h 13m 51s |
| 2026-Apr-10, Friday | 06:44:08 | 12:51:13 | 18:58:19 | 12h 14m 11s |
| 2026-Apr-11, Saturday | 06:43:41 | 12:50:57 | 18:58:13 | 12h 14m 32s |
| 2026-Apr-12, Sunday | 06:43:16 | 12:50:42 | 18:58:08 | 12h 14m 52s |
| 2026-Apr-13, Monday | 06:42:50 | 12:50:26 | 18:58:03 | 12h 15m 13s |
| 2026-Apr-14, Tuesday | 06:42:25 | 12:50:12 | 18:57:58 | 12h 15m 33s |
| 2026-Apr-15, Wednesday | 06:42:00 | 12:49:57 | 18:57:54 | 12h 15m 54s |
| 2026-Apr-16, Thursday | 06:41:36 | 12:49:43 | 18:57:49 | 12h 16m 13s |
| 2026-Apr-17, Friday | 06:41:12 | 12:49:29 | 18:57:46 | 12h 16m 34s |
| 2026-Apr-18, Saturday | 06:40:49 | 12:49:15 | 18:57:42 | 12h 16m 53s |
| 2026-Apr-19, Sunday | 06:40:26 | 12:49:02 | 18:57:39 | 12h 17m 13s |
| 2026-Apr-20, Monday | 06:40:03 | 12:48:50 | 18:57:36 | 12h 17m 33s |
| 2026-Apr-21, Tuesday | 06:39:41 | 12:48:37 | 18:57:34 | 12h 17m 53s |
| 2026-Apr-22, Wednesday | 06:39:19 | 12:48:26 | 18:57:32 | 12h 18m 13s |
| 2026-Apr-23, Thursday | 06:38:58 | 12:48:14 | 18:57:30 | 12h 18m 32s |
| 2026-Apr-24, Friday | 06:38:38 | 12:48:03 | 18:57:29 | 12h 18m 51s |
| 2026-Apr-25, Saturday | 06:38:18 | 12:47:53 | 18:57:28 | 12h 19m 10s |
| 2026-Apr-26, Sunday | 06:37:59 | 12:47:43 | 18:57:27 | 12h 19m 28s |
| 2026-Apr-27, Monday | 06:37:40 | 12:47:34 | 18:57:27 | 12h 19m 47s |
| 2026-Apr-28, Tuesday | 06:37:22 | 12:47:25 | 18:57:28 | 12h 20m 6s |
| 2026-Apr-29, Wednesday | 06:37:04 | 12:47:16 | 18:57:29 | 12h 20m 25s |
| 2026-Apr-30, Thursday | 06:36:47 | 12:47:08 | 18:57:30 | 12h 20m 43s |
Day length in Cotonou during the year on the chart
Cotonou on Benin map
Largest populated areas in Benin
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Countries closest to Benin
*Calculation of distances from capital to capital
Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
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).
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks