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Sun Times in Lushoto
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Lushoto?
Sunrise in Lushoto on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:22 AM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Lushoto?
Sunset in Lushoto on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Lushoto?
Morning golden hour in Lushoto ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:58 PM.
How long is the day in Lushoto?
On Wednesday, September 9, 2026 in Lushoto there are 12 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Lushoto?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Lushoto 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 Lushoto?
In Lushoto, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:34 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). Civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Lushoto?
Twilight in Lushoto 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 Lushoto?
The earliest sunrise in Lushoto in 2026 is at 6:01 AM on November 2 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Lushoto?
The latest sunset in Lushoto in 2026 is at 6:49 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 Lushoto?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Lushoto, civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:34 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam).
What these times mean
Solar times in Lushoto 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 Lushoto
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Lushoto on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:25 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 22m |
| February | 6:33 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 15m |
| March | 6:31 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 00m |
| May | 6:26 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 54m |
| June | 6:31 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 51m |
| July | 6:36 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 52m |
| August | 6:32 AM | 6:30 PM | 11h 57m |
| September | 6:19 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 05m |
| October | 6:06 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 12m |
| November | 6:01 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 20m |
| December | 6:09 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 24m |