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Sun Times in Kitama
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kitama?
Sunrise in Kitama on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:31 AM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kitama?
Sunset in Kitama on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:18 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kitama?
Morning golden hour in Kitama ends at 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:49 PM.
How long is the day in Kitama?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Kitama there are 11 hours and 47 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kitama?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kitama at 12:24 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 Kitama?
In Kitama, sunset is at 6:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:29 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). Civil twilight ends at 6:39 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kitama?
Twilight in Kitama 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 Kitama?
The earliest sunrise in Kitama in 2026 is at 5:47 AM on November 11 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kitama?
The latest sunset in Kitama in 2026 is at 6:51 PM on January 16 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kitama?
After sunset at 6:18 PM in Kitama, civil twilight ends at 6:39 PM — about 22 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 Kitama 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 Kitama
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kitama on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:09 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 41m |
| February | 6:21 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 26m |
| March | 6:25 AM | 6:34 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 52m |
| May | 6:28 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 37m |
| June | 6:36 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 30m |
| July | 6:40 AM | 6:13 PM | 11h 33m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 45m |
| September | 6:15 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 02m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 20m |
| November | 5:47 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 36m |
| December | 5:53 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 45m |