🇸🇱 Sunrise & Sunset in Freetown
Sierra Leone • Africa/Freetown (UTC+0)
8.48714000°N, -13.23560000°E
📅 Today: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
🌅 About Sunrise & Sunset in Freetown
Sunrise and sunset times in Freetown are calculated based on the city's geographic coordinates (8.48714000°N, -13.23560000°E). The times shown above account for the Earth's rotation, axial tilt, and the city's position within the Africa/Freetown time zone. Daylight Saving Time transitions are automatically reflected when applicable.
☀️ Solar Noon
Solar noon in Freetown occurs at 12:59 today. This is the moment when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky, casting the shortest shadows. Solar noon rarely coincides with clock noon (12:00 PM) due to the equation of time and the city's longitude within its time zone.
📏 Day Length
Today, the day length in Freetown is 12h 30m. Day length changes throughout the year due to the Earth's tilt and orbit around the sun. The longest days occur during the summer solstice, while the shortest days occur during the winter solstice. Equinoxes (around March 20 and September 22) have approximately equal day and night lengths.
🌙 Civil Twilight
Civil dawn in Freetown today begins at 06:22, and civil dusk ends at 19:36. Civil twilight is the period when there is enough natural light for most outdoor activities without artificial illumination. This period is commonly used for photography, aviation, and maritime navigation.
🔍 Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Freetown today?
Sunrise in Freetown today is at 06:44. The sun rises in the east and the exact time varies throughout the year due to the Earth's tilt and orbit.
What time is sunset in Freetown today?
Sunset in Freetown today is at 19:14. Sunset times shift gradually throughout the year, with the latest sunsets typically occurring in summer.
How long is the day in Freetown today?
The day length in Freetown today is 12h 30m. Day length changes throughout the year — longest days in summer, shortest in winter.
What is solar noon in Freetown?
Solar noon in Freetown today is at 12:59. This is when the sun reaches its highest point in the sky and casts the shortest shadow.
Does Freetown observe Daylight Saving Time?
Freetown uses the Africa/Freetown time zone. DST observance depends on local regulations. The times shown above reflect the current DST status automatically.
What are civil twilight times in Freetown?
Civil dawn in Freetown today is at 06:22 and civil dusk is at 19:36. Civil twilight is the period when there is enough natural light for outdoor activities without artificial lighting.