Sun Times in Blantyre
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Blantyre?
Sunrise in Blantyre on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:49 AM (Africa/Blantyre). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Blantyre?
Sunset in Blantyre on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:33 PM (Africa/Blantyre). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Blantyre?
Morning golden hour in Blantyre ends at 6:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:04 PM.
How long is the day in Blantyre?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Blantyre there are 11 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Blantyre?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Blantyre at 11:41 AM (Africa/Blantyre). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Blantyre?
In Blantyre, sunset is at 5:33 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:45 PM (Africa/Blantyre). Civil twilight ends at 5:55 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Blantyre?
Twilight in Blantyre lasts approximately 72 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 Blantyre?
The earliest sunrise in Blantyre in 2026 is at 4:58 AM on November 17 (Africa/Blantyre). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Blantyre?
The latest sunset in Blantyre in 2026 is at 6:18 PM on January 14 (Africa/Blantyre). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Blantyre?
After sunset at 5:33 PM in Blantyre, civil twilight ends at 5:55 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:45 PM (Africa/Blantyre).
What these times mean
Solar times in Blantyre 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 Blantyre
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Blantyre on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:20 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 58m |
| February | 5:35 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 36m |
| March | 5:43 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 11m |
| April | 5:47 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 44m |
| May | 5:54 AM | 5:17 PM | 11h 23m |
| June | 6:04 AM | 5:16 PM | 11h 12m |
| July | 6:07 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 16m |
| August | 5:57 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 35m |
| September | 5:35 AM | 5:35 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:12 AM | 5:39 PM | 12h 26m |
| November | 4:59 AM | 5:50 PM | 12h 51m |
| December | 5:03 AM | 6:06 PM | 13h 04m |
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