Sun Times in Mpika
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mpika?
Sunrise in Mpika on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:05 AM (Africa/Lusaka). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mpika?
Sunset in Mpika on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:50 PM (Africa/Lusaka). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mpika?
Morning golden hour in Mpika ends at 6:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:21 PM.
How long is the day in Mpika?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Mpika there are 11 hours and 45 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mpika?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mpika at 11:57 AM (Africa/Lusaka). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mpika?
In Mpika, sunset is at 5:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:02 PM (Africa/Lusaka). Civil twilight ends at 6:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mpika?
Twilight in Mpika 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 Mpika?
The earliest sunrise in Mpika in 2026 is at 5:18 AM on November 17 (Africa/Lusaka). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mpika?
The latest sunset in Mpika in 2026 is at 6:26 PM on January 17 (Africa/Lusaka). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mpika?
After sunset at 5:50 PM in Mpika, civil twilight ends at 6:12 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:02 PM (Africa/Lusaka).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mpika 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 Mpika
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mpika on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:41 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 45m |
| February | 5:53 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 28m |
| March | 5:57 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 5:59 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 50m |
| May | 6:03 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 34m |
| June | 6:11 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 26m |
| July | 6:15 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 30m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 43m |
| September | 5:48 AM | 5:50 PM | 12h 02m |
| October | 5:29 AM | 5:50 PM | 12h 21m |
| November | 5:19 AM | 5:58 PM | 12h 40m |
| December | 5:24 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 49m |
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