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Sun Times in Mtama
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mtama?
Sunrise in Mtama on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:32 AM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mtama?
Sunset in Mtama on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:20 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mtama?
Morning golden hour in Mtama ends at 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:51 PM.
How long is the day in Mtama?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Mtama there are 11 hours and 48 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mtama?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mtama at 12:26 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 Mtama?
In Mtama, sunset is at 6:20 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:31 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). Civil twilight ends at 6:41 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mtama?
Twilight in Mtama 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 Mtama?
The earliest sunrise in Mtama in 2026 is at 5:49 AM on November 11 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mtama?
The latest sunset in Mtama in 2026 is at 6:52 PM on January 18 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mtama?
After sunset at 6:20 PM in Mtama, civil twilight ends at 6:41 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:31 PM (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mtama 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 Mtama
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mtama on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:12 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 40m |
| February | 6:23 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 26m |
| March | 6:26 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 10m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 52m |
| May | 6:29 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 39m |
| June | 6:37 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 32m |
| July | 6:41 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 35m |
| August | 6:34 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 46m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 02m |
| October | 5:58 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 19m |
| November | 5:49 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 35m |
| December | 5:55 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 44m |