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Sun Times in Matai
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Matai?
Sunrise in Matai on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:01 AM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Matai?
Sunset in Matai on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:53 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Matai?
Morning golden hour in Matai ends at 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:25 PM.
How long is the day in Matai?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Matai there are 11 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Matai?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Matai at 12:57 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 Matai?
In Matai, sunset is at 6:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:04 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). Civil twilight ends at 7:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Matai?
Twilight in Matai 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 Matai?
The earliest sunrise in Matai in 2026 is at 6:23 AM on November 10 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Matai?
The latest sunset in Matai in 2026 is at 7:21 PM on January 22 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Matai?
After sunset at 6:53 PM in Matai, civil twilight ends at 7:14 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:04 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam).
What these times mean
Solar times in Matai 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 Matai
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Matai on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:46 AM | 7:19 PM | 12h 33m |
| February | 6:57 AM | 7:18 PM | 12h 22m |
| March | 6:58 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 6:51 PM | 11h 55m |
| May | 6:58 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 44m |
| June | 7:05 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 39m |
| July | 7:09 AM | 6:50 PM | 11h 41m |
| August | 7:03 AM | 6:53 PM | 11h 50m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 03m |
| October | 6:31 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 17m |
| November | 6:23 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 30m |
| December | 6:30 AM | 7:07 PM | 12h 36m |