Sun Times in Mbale
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mbale?
Sunrise in Mbale on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:41 AM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mbale?
Sunset in Mbale on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:48 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mbale?
Morning golden hour in Mbale ends at 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:20 PM.
How long is the day in Mbale?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Mbale there are 12 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mbale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mbale at 12:44 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mbale?
In Mbale, sunset is at 6:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:58 PM (Africa/Nairobi). Civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mbale?
Twilight in Mbale lasts approximately 70 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 Mbale?
The earliest sunrise in Mbale in 2026 is at 6:21 AM on October 25 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mbale?
The latest sunset in Mbale in 2026 is at 6:58 PM on February 1 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mbale?
After sunset at 6:48 PM in Mbale, civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:58 PM (Africa/Nairobi).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mbale 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 Mbale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mbale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:46 AM | 6:54 PM | 12h 07m |
| February | 6:51 AM | 6:58 PM | 12h 07m |
| March | 6:46 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 07m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 6:44 PM | 12h 07m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 07m |
| June | 6:37 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 08m |
| July | 6:43 AM | 6:50 PM | 12h 07m |
| August | 6:42 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 07m |
| September | 6:33 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 07m |
| October | 6:23 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 07m |
| November | 6:22 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 07m |
| December | 6:32 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 07m |
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