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Sun Times in Kiminini
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kiminini?
Sunrise in Kiminini on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:39 AM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kiminini?
Sunset in Kiminini on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:48 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kiminini?
Morning golden hour in Kiminini ends at 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:20 PM.
How long is the day in Kiminini?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Kiminini there are 12 hours and 8 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kiminini?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kiminini at 12:43 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kiminini?
In Kiminini, sunset is at 6:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:58 PM (Africa/Nairobi). Civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kiminini?
Twilight in Kiminini 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 Kiminini?
The earliest sunrise in Kiminini in 2026 is at 6:21 AM on October 24 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kiminini?
The latest sunset in Kiminini in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on February 9 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kiminini?
After sunset at 6:48 PM in Kiminini, civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:58 PM (Africa/Nairobi).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kiminini 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 Kiminini
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kiminini on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:47 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 05m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 6:57 PM | 12h 05m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 06m |
| April | 6:36 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 08m |
| May | 6:31 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 09m |
| June | 6:35 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 10m |
| July | 6:41 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 10m |
| August | 6:40 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 09m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 07m |
| October | 6:23 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 06m |
| November | 6:22 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 05m |
| December | 6:33 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 04m |