Sun Times in West Island
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in West Island?
Sunrise in West Island on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:11 AM (Indian/Cocos). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in West Island?
Sunset in West Island on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 5:58 PM (Indian/Cocos). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in West Island?
Morning golden hour in West Island ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:30 PM.
How long is the day in West Island?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in West Island there are 11 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in West Island?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in West Island at 12:05 PM (Indian/Cocos). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in West Island?
In West Island, sunset is at 5:58 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:10 PM (Indian/Cocos). Civil twilight ends at 6:20 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in West Island?
Twilight in West Island lasts approximately 71 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in West Island?
The earliest sunrise in West Island in 2026 is at 5:26 AM on November 18 (Indian/Cocos). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in West Island?
The latest sunset in West Island in 2026 is at 6:35 PM on January 17 (Indian/Cocos). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in West Island?
After sunset at 5:58 PM in West Island, civil twilight ends at 6:20 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:10 PM (Indian/Cocos).
What these times mean
Solar times in West Island shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in West Island
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in West Island on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:49 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 46m |
| February | 6:02 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 29m |
| March | 6:06 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 6:07 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 50m |
| May | 6:12 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 33m |
| June | 6:20 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 25m |
| July | 6:24 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 28m |
| August | 6:16 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 42m |
| September | 5:57 AM | 5:58 PM | 12h 01m |
| October | 5:37 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 22m |
| November | 5:27 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 40m |
| December | 5:32 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 50m |
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