Sun Times in Mbandaka
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mbandaka?
Sunrise in Mbandaka on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:45 AM (Africa/Kinshasa). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mbandaka?
Sunset in Mbandaka on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:52 PM (Africa/Kinshasa). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mbandaka?
Morning golden hour in Mbandaka ends at 6:13 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:24 PM.
How long is the day in Mbandaka?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Mbandaka there are 12 hours and 6 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mbandaka?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mbandaka at 11:48 AM (Africa/Kinshasa). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mbandaka?
In Mbandaka, sunset is at 5:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:01 PM (Africa/Kinshasa). Civil twilight ends at 6:13 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mbandaka?
Twilight in Mbandaka 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 Mbandaka?
The earliest sunrise in Mbandaka in 2026 is at 5:27 AM on October 23 (Africa/Kinshasa). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mbandaka?
The latest sunset in Mbandaka in 2026 is at 6:04 PM on February 2 (Africa/Kinshasa). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mbandaka?
After sunset at 5:52 PM in Mbandaka, civil twilight ends at 6:13 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:01 PM (Africa/Kinshasa).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mbandaka 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 Mbandaka
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mbandaka on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:52 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 07m |
| February | 5:57 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 07m |
| March | 5:52 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 07m |
| April | 5:43 AM | 5:50 PM | 12h 07m |
| May | 5:39 AM | 5:46 PM | 12h 07m |
| June | 5:43 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 08m |
| July | 5:49 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 07m |
| August | 5:48 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 07m |
| September | 5:38 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 07m |
| October | 5:29 AM | 5:36 PM | 12h 07m |
| November | 5:28 AM | 5:35 PM | 12h 07m |
| December | 5:38 AM | 5:45 PM | 12h 07m |
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