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Sun Times in Maseno
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Maseno?
Sunrise in Maseno on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:38 AM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Maseno?
Sunset in Maseno on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 is at 6:44 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Maseno?
Morning golden hour in Maseno ends at 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:17 PM.
How long is the day in Maseno?
On Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in Maseno there are 12 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Maseno?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Maseno at 12:41 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Maseno?
In Maseno, sunset is at 6:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:54 PM (Africa/Nairobi). Civil twilight ends at 7:05 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Maseno?
Twilight in Maseno 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 Maseno?
The earliest sunrise in Maseno in 2026 is at 6:21 AM on October 28 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Maseno?
The latest sunset in Maseno in 2026 is at 6:59 PM on February 5 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Maseno?
After sunset at 6:44 PM in Maseno, civil twilight ends at 7:05 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:54 PM (Africa/Nairobi).
What these times mean
Solar times in Maseno 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 Maseno
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Maseno on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:47 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 07m |
| February | 6:52 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 07m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 07m |
| April | 6:38 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 07m |
| May | 6:34 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 07m |
| June | 6:38 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 07m |
| July | 6:44 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 07m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 07m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 06m |
| October | 6:24 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 07m |
| November | 6:22 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 07m |
| December | 6:32 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 08m |