Sun Times in Dar es Salaam
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Dar es Salaam?
Sunrise in Dar es Salaam on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Dar es Salaam?
Sunset in Dar es Salaam on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 is at 6:20 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Dar es Salaam?
Morning golden hour in Dar es Salaam ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:52 PM.
How long is the day in Dar es Salaam?
On Tuesday, September 15, 2026 in Dar es Salaam there are 12 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Dar es Salaam?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Dar es Salaam at 12:18 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Dar es Salaam?
In Dar es Salaam, sunset is at 6:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:29 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). Civil twilight ends at 6:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Dar es Salaam?
Twilight in Dar es Salaam lasts approximately 69 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 Dar es Salaam?
The earliest sunrise in Dar es Salaam in 2026 is at 5:54 AM on November 8 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Dar es Salaam?
The latest sunset in Dar es Salaam in 2026 is at 6:48 PM on January 24 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Dar es Salaam?
After sunset at 6:20 PM in Dar es Salaam, civil twilight ends at 6:41 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:29 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam).
What these times mean
Solar times in Dar es Salaam 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 Dar es Salaam
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Dar es Salaam on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:18 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 29m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 19m |
| March | 6:27 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 6:24 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 57m |
| May | 6:25 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 48m |
| June | 6:31 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 44m |
| July | 6:36 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 46m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 53m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 04m |
| October | 6:01 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 15m |
| November | 5:54 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 26m |
| December | 6:02 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 31m |
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