Standard TimeWEST |
UTC+1 |
Daylight Saving Time
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UTC+0 |
IANA Time Zone |
Africa/El_Aaiun |
Agunit time compared to Beijing time (China) |
7 hours ahead |
Overview of Western Sahara and Agunit
Western Sahara is a region of disputed status in northwestern Africa, most of which is currently under the de facto control of Morocco. Agunit (also known as Agwinnit) is an important town in its northern part, located along the Moroccan-built defense wall (the Sand Wall) and adjacent to the Atlantic coast.
Geographic location and climatic characteristics
Agunit is located in the northern desert of Western Sahara, with a typical tropical desert climate. The region is characterized by year-round aridity and low rainfall, with significant temperature differences between day and night, and vegetation dominated by drought-tolerant shrubs and sandy plants. Its strategic location has made it a historical transportation hub.
Historical background and current situation
Historically an area of Saharan nomadic activity, the region was colonized by Spain in the 20th century.Sovereignty was disputed after 1975 and is currently under the de facto jurisdiction of Morocco. The Agunit serves as a military stronghold with a relatively simple infrastructure and an economy based on fishing and limited pastoralism.
Human and Social Characteristics
The inhabitants are predominantly Sahrawis (indigenous people of Western Sahara), and Arabic and Hassaniyya dialects are commonly spoken. Influenced by the desert environment and nomadic traditions, the area retains a distinctive tribal cultural tradition, and the social structure is still characterized by a clear tribal system.
Agunit Sunrise/Sunset Today,
Today is 2025-12-30
Sunrise Time
08:31
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Sunset Time
19:18
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