Sun Times in Malindi
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Malindi?
Sunrise in Malindi on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Malindi?
Sunset in Malindi on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:22 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Malindi?
Morning golden hour in Malindi ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:54 PM.
How long is the day in Malindi?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Malindi there are 12 hours and 1 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Malindi?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Malindi at 12:21 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Malindi?
In Malindi, sunset is at 6:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:32 PM (Africa/Nairobi). Civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Malindi?
Twilight in Malindi 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 Malindi?
The earliest sunrise in Malindi in 2026 is at 5:55 AM on November 6 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Malindi?
The latest sunset in Malindi in 2026 is at 6:40 PM on January 27 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Malindi?
After sunset at 6:22 PM in Malindi, civil twilight ends at 6:43 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:32 PM (Africa/Nairobi).
What these times mean
Solar times in Malindi 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 Malindi
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Malindi on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:20 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 17m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 13m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 07m |
| April | 6:18 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 02m |
| May | 6:16 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 58m |
| June | 6:21 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 56m |
| July | 6:27 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 57m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 00m |
| September | 6:12 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 05m |
| October | 6:00 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 11m |
| November | 5:56 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 16m |
| December | 6:05 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 19m |
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