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Cape Coast, Ghana - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Cape Coast? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Cape Coast, Ghana, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Cape Coast Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:00 AM – 6:27 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Africa/Accra

Sunrise times by month in Cape Coast

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January6:19 AM6:11 PM11h 51m
February6:21 AM6:19 PM11h 57m
March6:12 AM6:17 PM12h 5m
April5:59 AM6:13 PM12h 13m
May5:52 AM6:13 PM12h 21m
June5:54 AM6:19 PM12h 24m
July6:00 AM6:23 PM12h 23m
August6:02 AM6:19 PM12h 17m
September5:57 AM6:06 PM12h 8m
October5:51 AM5:52 PM12h 0m
November5:54 AM5:47 PM11h 53m
December6:06 AM5:56 PM11h 49m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Cape Coast today?

Today's sunrise in Cape Coast, Ghana is at 6:00 AM, giving 12h 12m of daylight before sunset at 6:12 PM.

What time is first light in Cape Coast today?

First light in Cape Coast begins at 5:39 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:00 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Cape Coast?

The morning golden hour in Cape Coast runs 6:00 AM – 6:27 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Cape Coast?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:00 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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