Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Ghana
Sunrise in Ghana today ranges from 06:12 in Accra to 06:18 in Kumasi, reflecting the country's geographic spread. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Capital: Accra
Sunrise
06:12
Sunset
18:14
Major Cities
About Sunrise & Sunset in Ghana
Ghana spans approximately 8.0°N. Ghana's near-tropical location gives it consistent daylight throughout the year, typically 11 to 13 hours with minimal seasonal swing. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.
Golden Hour in Ghana
Golden hour photography across Ghana varies by location and season. At temperate latitudes, Ghana enjoys golden hour windows of 45 to 90 minutes, with the longest windows in winter when the sun travels a lower arc. Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.
Seasonal Daylight in Ghana
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Ghana depends on latitude. Ghana's near-equatorial position means consistent daylight of 11 to 13 hours year-round, with minimal seasonal variation.
The best time of year to visit Ghana for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is sunrise in Ghana today?
- Today's earliest sunrise in Ghana is at 06:12 (Accra) and the latest is 06:18 (Kumasi), reflecting the country's geographic spread.
- Which city in Ghana has the earliest sunrise?
- Accra currently has the earliest sunrise in Ghana at 06:12. Eastern cities in any country always see sunrise first.
- How many daylight hours does Ghana get?
- Ghana's near-tropical location means consistent daylight year-round, typically 11 to 13 hours per day with little seasonal variation.