Sun Times in Mataniko
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mataniko?
Sunrise in Mataniko on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:29 AM (Pacific/Guadalcanal). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mataniko?
Sunset in Mataniko on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:18 PM (Pacific/Guadalcanal). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mataniko?
Morning golden hour in Mataniko ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:50 PM.
How long is the day in Mataniko?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Mataniko there are 11 hours and 49 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mataniko?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mataniko at 12:23 PM (Pacific/Guadalcanal). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mataniko?
In Mataniko, sunset is at 6:18 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:29 PM (Pacific/Guadalcanal). Civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mataniko?
Twilight in Mataniko 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 Mataniko?
The earliest sunrise in Mataniko in 2026 is at 5:48 AM on November 9 (Pacific/Guadalcanal). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mataniko?
The latest sunset in Mataniko in 2026 is at 6:49 PM on January 24 (Pacific/Guadalcanal). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mataniko?
After sunset at 6:18 PM in Mataniko, civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:29 PM (Pacific/Guadalcanal).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mataniko 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 Mataniko
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mataniko on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:10 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 37m |
| February | 6:22 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 24m |
| March | 6:24 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 6:23 AM | 6:17 PM | 11h 54m |
| May | 6:25 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 41m |
| June | 6:33 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 35m |
| July | 6:37 AM | 6:14 PM | 11h 37m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 48m |
| September | 6:14 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 02m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 18m |
| November | 5:48 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 33m |
| December | 5:54 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 40m |
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