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Sun Times in Chimoio
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Chimoio?
Sunrise in Chimoio on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:59 AM (Africa/Maputo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Chimoio?
Sunset in Chimoio on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:37 PM (Africa/Maputo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Chimoio?
Morning golden hour in Chimoio ends at 6:28 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:07 PM.
How long is the day in Chimoio?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Chimoio there are 11 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Chimoio?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Chimoio at 11:47 AM (Africa/Maputo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Chimoio?
In Chimoio, sunset is at 5:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:50 PM (Africa/Maputo). Civil twilight ends at 5:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Chimoio?
Twilight in Chimoio lasts approximately 73 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 Chimoio?
The earliest sunrise in Chimoio in 2026 is at 4:58 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 Chimoio?
The latest sunset in Chimoio in 2026 is at 6:30 PM on January 16 (Africa/Maputo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Chimoio?
After sunset at 5:37 PM in Chimoio, civil twilight ends at 5:59 PM — about 22 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 Chimoio 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 Chimoio
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Chimoio on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:20 AM | 6:30 PM | 13h 09m |
| February | 5:38 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 43m |
| March | 5:48 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 5:56 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 39m |
| May | 6:05 AM | 5:18 PM | 11h 13m |
| June | 6:17 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 59m |
| July | 6:19 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 05m |
| August | 6:06 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 28m |
| September | 5:42 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 59m |
| October | 5:16 AM | 5:47 PM | 12h 31m |
| November | 5:00 AM | 6:01 PM | 13h 01m |
| December | 5:02 AM | 6:19 PM | 13h 17m |