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Sun Times in Mandera
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mandera?
Sunrise in Mandera on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:09 AM (Africa/Addis_Ababa). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mandera?
Sunset in Mandera on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:23 PM (Africa/Addis_Ababa). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mandera?
Morning golden hour in Mandera ends at 6:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:55 PM.
How long is the day in Mandera?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Mandera there are 12 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mandera?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mandera at 12:16 PM (Africa/Addis_Ababa). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mandera?
In Mandera, sunset is at 6:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:33 PM (Africa/Addis_Ababa). Civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mandera?
Twilight in Mandera 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 Mandera?
The earliest sunrise in Mandera in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on October 19 (Africa/Addis_Ababa). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mandera?
The latest sunset in Mandera in 2026 is at 6:28 PM on July 10 (Africa/Addis_Ababa). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mandera?
After sunset at 6:23 PM in Mandera, civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:33 PM (Africa/Addis_Ababa).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mandera 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 Mandera
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mandera on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:24 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 55m |
| February | 6:26 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 00m |
| March | 6:18 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 6:06 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 12m |
| May | 6:00 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 18m |
| June | 6:02 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 21m |
| July | 6:08 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 20m |
| August | 6:09 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 15m |
| September | 6:03 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 08m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 02m |
| November | 5:58 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 57m |
| December | 6:10 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 54m |