Sun Times in Kisumu
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kisumu?
Sunrise in Kisumu on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kisumu?
Sunset in Kisumu 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 Kisumu?
Morning golden hour in Kisumu ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:20 PM.
How long is the day in Kisumu?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Kisumu there are 12 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kisumu?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kisumu at 12:44 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kisumu?
In Kisumu, 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 Kisumu?
Twilight in Kisumu lasts approximately 71 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 Kisumu?
The earliest sunrise in Kisumu in 2026 is at 6:20 AM on November 2 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kisumu?
The latest sunset in Kisumu in 2026 is at 6:58 PM on February 1 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kisumu?
After sunset at 6:48 PM in Kisumu, 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 Kisumu 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 Kisumu
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kisumu on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:46 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 08m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 07m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 07m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 07m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 07m |
| June | 6:37 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 07m |
| July | 6:43 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 07m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 07m |
| September | 6:32 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 06m |
| October | 6:23 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 07m |
| November | 6:21 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 07m |
| December | 6:32 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 08m |
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