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Sun Times in Manoa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Manoa?
Sunrise in Manoa on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (Pacific/Honolulu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Manoa?
Sunset in Manoa on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 is at 6:45 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Manoa?
Morning golden hour in Manoa ends at 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:15 PM.
How long is the day in Manoa?
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026 in Manoa there are 12 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Manoa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Manoa at 12:30 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Manoa?
In Manoa, sunset is at 6:45 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:00 PM (Pacific/Honolulu). Civil twilight ends at 7:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Manoa?
Twilight in Manoa lasts approximately 75 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 Manoa?
The earliest sunrise in Manoa in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on May 30 (Pacific/Honolulu). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Manoa?
The latest sunset in Manoa in 2026 is at 7:17 PM on June 27 (Pacific/Honolulu). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Manoa?
After sunset at 6:45 PM in Manoa, civil twilight ends at 7:07 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:00 PM (Pacific/Honolulu).
What these times mean
Solar times in Manoa 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 Manoa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Manoa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:11 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 59m |
| February | 7:01 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 28m |
| March | 6:39 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 01m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 39m |
| May | 5:52 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 10m |
| June | 5:49 AM | 7:14 PM | 13h 26m |
| July | 5:58 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 18m |
| August | 6:09 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 51m |
| September | 6:18 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 16m |
| October | 6:27 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 39m |
| November | 6:42 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 07m |
| December | 7:01 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 51m |