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Sun Times in Mount Hampden
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mount Hampden?
Sunrise in Mount Hampden on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:10 AM (Africa/Harare). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mount Hampden?
Sunset in Mount Hampden on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 5:47 PM (Africa/Harare). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mount Hampden?
Morning golden hour in Mount Hampden ends at 6:39 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:18 PM.
How long is the day in Mount Hampden?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Mount Hampden there are 11 hours and 37 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mount Hampden?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mount Hampden at 11:58 AM (Africa/Harare). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mount Hampden?
In Mount Hampden, sunset is at 5:47 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:00 PM (Africa/Harare). Civil twilight ends at 6:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mount Hampden?
Twilight in Mount Hampden lasts approximately 73 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 Mount Hampden?
The earliest sunrise in Mount Hampden in 2026 is at 5:11 AM on November 19 (Africa/Harare). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mount Hampden?
The latest sunset in Mount Hampden in 2026 is at 6:37 PM on January 10 (Africa/Harare). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mount Hampden?
After sunset at 5:47 PM in Mount Hampden, civil twilight ends at 6:09 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:00 PM (Africa/Harare).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mount Hampden 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 Mount Hampden
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mount Hampden on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:33 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 04m |
| February | 5:50 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 40m |
| March | 5:58 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 12m |
| April | 6:05 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 42m |
| May | 6:14 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 17m |
| June | 6:24 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 04m |
| July | 6:27 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 10m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 31m |
| September | 5:51 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 59m |
| October | 5:27 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 29m |
| November | 5:12 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 57m |
| December | 5:15 AM | 6:26 PM | 13h 11m |