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Sun Times in Mbeya
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mbeya?
Sunrise in Mbeya on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:50 AM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mbeya?
Sunset in Mbeya on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:44 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mbeya?
Morning golden hour in Mbeya ends at 7:18 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:16 PM.
How long is the day in Mbeya?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Mbeya there are 11 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mbeya?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mbeya at 12:47 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 Mbeya?
In Mbeya, sunset is at 6:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:55 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). Civil twilight ends at 7:06 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mbeya?
Twilight in Mbeya 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 Mbeya?
The earliest sunrise in Mbeya in 2026 is at 6:15 AM on November 7 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mbeya?
The latest sunset in Mbeya in 2026 is at 7:14 PM on January 21 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mbeya?
After sunset at 6:44 PM in Mbeya, civil twilight ends at 7:06 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:55 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mbeya 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 Mbeya
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mbeya on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:37 AM | 7:13 PM | 12h 35m |
| February | 6:48 AM | 7:11 PM | 12h 23m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 6:49 AM | 6:43 PM | 11h 54m |
| May | 6:51 AM | 6:33 PM | 11h 43m |
| June | 6:58 AM | 6:34 PM | 11h 37m |
| July | 7:02 AM | 6:41 PM | 11h 39m |
| August | 6:56 AM | 6:45 PM | 11h 49m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 03m |
| October | 6:23 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 18m |
| November | 6:15 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 31m |
| December | 6:22 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 39m |