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Sun Times in Mpossa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mpossa?
Sunrise in Mpossa on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:06 AM (Africa/Abidjan). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mpossa?
Sunset in Mpossa on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:22 PM (Africa/Abidjan). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mpossa?
Morning golden hour in Mpossa ends at 6:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:54 PM.
How long is the day in Mpossa?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Mpossa there are 12 hours and 16 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mpossa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mpossa at 12:14 PM (Africa/Abidjan). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mpossa?
In Mpossa, sunset is at 6:22 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:33 PM (Africa/Abidjan). Civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mpossa?
Twilight in Mpossa 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 Mpossa?
The earliest sunrise in Mpossa in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on May 13 (Africa/Abidjan). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mpossa?
The latest sunset in Mpossa in 2026 is at 6:29 PM on July 6 (Africa/Abidjan). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mpossa?
After sunset at 6:22 PM in Mpossa, civil twilight ends at 6:44 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:33 PM (Africa/Abidjan).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mpossa 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 Mpossa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mpossa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:25 AM | 6:16 PM | 11h 50m |
| February | 6:27 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 57m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 05m |
| April | 6:04 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 14m |
| May | 5:56 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 22m |
| June | 5:58 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 26m |
| July | 6:05 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 25m |
| August | 6:07 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 18m |
| September | 6:02 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 09m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 00m |
| November | 5:59 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 52m |
| December | 6:12 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 49m |