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Sun Times in Mbave
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mbave?
Sunrise in Mbave on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:04 AM (Africa/Luanda). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mbave?
Sunset in Mbave on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:52 PM (Africa/Luanda). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mbave?
Morning golden hour in Mbave ends at 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:24 PM.
How long is the day in Mbave?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Mbave there are 11 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mbave?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mbave at 11:58 AM (Africa/Luanda). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mbave?
In Mbave, sunset is at 5:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:03 PM (Africa/Luanda). Civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mbave?
Twilight in Mbave 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 Mbave?
The earliest sunrise in Mbave in 2026 is at 5:20 AM on November 11 (Africa/Luanda). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mbave?
The latest sunset in Mbave in 2026 is at 6:29 PM on January 15 (Africa/Luanda). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mbave?
After sunset at 5:52 PM in Mbave, civil twilight ends at 6:14 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:03 PM (Africa/Luanda).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mbave 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 Mbave
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mbave on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:42 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 47m |
| February | 5:55 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 30m |
| March | 6:00 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 6:01 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 49m |
| May | 6:06 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 33m |
| June | 6:15 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 24m |
| July | 6:18 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 28m |
| August | 6:10 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 42m |
| September | 5:51 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 01m |
| October | 5:31 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 22m |
| November | 5:20 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 41m |
| December | 5:25 AM | 6:17 PM | 12h 51m |