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Sun Times in Balaka
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Balaka?
Sunrise in Balaka on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 5:40 AM (Africa/Blantyre). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Balaka?
Sunset in Balaka on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 is at 5:35 PM (Africa/Blantyre). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Balaka?
Morning golden hour in Balaka ends at 6:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:06 PM.
How long is the day in Balaka?
On Tuesday, September 8, 2026 in Balaka there are 11 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Balaka?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Balaka at 11:37 AM (Africa/Blantyre). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Balaka?
In Balaka, sunset is at 5:35 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:46 PM (Africa/Blantyre). Civil twilight ends at 5:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Balaka?
Twilight in Balaka lasts approximately 71 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 Balaka?
The earliest sunrise in Balaka in 2026 is at 5:00 AM on November 13 (Africa/Blantyre). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Balaka?
The latest sunset in Balaka in 2026 is at 6:17 PM on January 16 (Africa/Blantyre). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Balaka?
After sunset at 5:35 PM in Balaka, civil twilight ends at 5:56 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:46 PM (Africa/Blantyre).
What these times mean
Solar times in Balaka 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 Balaka
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Balaka on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:22 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 55m |
| February | 5:36 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 34m |
| March | 5:43 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 11m |
| April | 5:47 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 46m |
| May | 5:53 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 25m |
| June | 6:03 AM | 5:18 PM | 11h 15m |
| July | 6:06 AM | 5:25 PM | 11h 19m |
| August | 5:56 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 36m |
| September | 5:35 AM | 5:35 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:13 AM | 5:38 PM | 12h 25m |
| November | 5:00 AM | 5:49 PM | 12h 49m |
| December | 5:04 AM | 6:05 PM | 13h 01m |