Sun Times in Asmara
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Asmara?
Sunrise in Asmara on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:09 AM (Africa/Asmara). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Asmara?
Sunset in Asmara on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:47 PM (Africa/Asmara). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Asmara?
Morning golden hour in Asmara ends at 6:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:18 PM.
How long is the day in Asmara?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Asmara there are 12 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Asmara?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Asmara at 12:28 PM (Africa/Asmara). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Asmara?
In Asmara, sunset is at 6:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:01 PM (Africa/Asmara). Civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Asmara?
Twilight in Asmara lasts approximately 74 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 Asmara?
The earliest sunrise in Asmara in 2026 is at 5:52 AM on May 29 (Africa/Asmara). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Asmara?
The latest sunset in Asmara in 2026 is at 6:59 PM on July 3 (Africa/Asmara). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Asmara?
After sunset at 6:47 PM in Asmara, civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:01 PM (Africa/Asmara).
What these times mean
Solar times in Asmara 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 Asmara
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Asmara on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:54 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 19m |
| February | 6:49 AM | 6:27 PM | 11h 39m |
| March | 6:32 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 02m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 29m |
| May | 5:55 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 50m |
| June | 5:53 AM | 6:55 PM | 13h 02m |
| July | 6:01 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 57m |
| August | 6:09 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 38m |
| September | 6:12 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 13m |
| October | 6:16 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 48m |
| November | 6:26 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 25m |
| December | 6:42 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 14m |
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