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Sun Times in Engineer
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Engineer?
Sunrise in Engineer on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Engineer?
Sunset in Engineer on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:40 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Engineer?
Morning golden hour in Engineer ends at 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:12 PM.
How long is the day in Engineer?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Engineer there are 12 hours and 5 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Engineer?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Engineer at 12:37 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Engineer?
In Engineer, sunset is at 6:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:50 PM (Africa/Nairobi). Civil twilight ends at 7:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Engineer?
Twilight in Engineer lasts approximately 70 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 Engineer?
The earliest sunrise in Engineer in 2026 is at 6:13 AM on October 25 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Engineer?
The latest sunset in Engineer in 2026 is at 6:51 PM on January 29 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Engineer?
After sunset at 6:40 PM in Engineer, civil twilight ends at 7:01 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:50 PM (Africa/Nairobi).
What these times mean
Solar times in Engineer 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 Engineer
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Engineer on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:38 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 09m |
| February | 6:43 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 08m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 07m |
| April | 6:30 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 06m |
| May | 6:27 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 05m |
| June | 6:31 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 05m |
| July | 6:37 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 05m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 06m |
| September | 6:25 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 06m |
| October | 6:15 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 07m |
| November | 6:13 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 09m |
| December | 6:23 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 10m |