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Sun Times in Boane
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Boane?
Sunrise in Boane on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (Africa/Maputo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Boane?
Sunset in Boane on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:32 PM (Africa/Maputo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Boane?
Morning golden hour in Boane ends at 6:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:01 PM.
How long is the day in Boane?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Boane there are 11 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Boane?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Boane at 11:54 AM (Africa/Maputo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Boane?
In Boane, sunset is at 5:32 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:50 PM (Africa/Maputo). Civil twilight ends at 5:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Boane?
Twilight in Boane lasts approximately 78 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 Boane?
The earliest sunrise in Boane in 2026 is at 4:50 AM on November 25 (Africa/Maputo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Boane?
The latest sunset in Boane in 2026 is at 6:47 PM on January 5 (Africa/Maputo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Boane?
After sunset at 5:32 PM in Boane, civil twilight ends at 5:56 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:50 PM (Africa/Maputo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Boane 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 Boane
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Boane on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:12 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 35m |
| February | 5:35 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 58m |
| March | 5:51 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 29m |
| May | 6:21 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 51m |
| June | 6:35 AM | 5:06 PM | 10h 31m |
| July | 6:37 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 39m |
| August | 6:19 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 12m |
| September | 5:48 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:16 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 41m |
| November | 4:53 AM | 6:17 PM | 13h 23m |
| December | 4:52 AM | 6:38 PM | 13h 46m |