Sun Times in Mtwapa
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mtwapa?
Sunrise in Mtwapa on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mtwapa?
Sunset in Mtwapa on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:25 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mtwapa?
Morning golden hour in Mtwapa ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:56 PM.
How long is the day in Mtwapa?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Mtwapa there are 11 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mtwapa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mtwapa at 12:25 PM (Africa/Nairobi). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mtwapa?
In Mtwapa, sunset is at 6:25 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:35 PM (Africa/Nairobi). Civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mtwapa?
Twilight in Mtwapa 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 Mtwapa?
The earliest sunrise in Mtwapa in 2026 is at 5:56 AM on November 2 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mtwapa?
The latest sunset in Mtwapa in 2026 is at 6:42 PM on January 24 (Africa/Nairobi). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mtwapa?
After sunset at 6:25 PM in Mtwapa, civil twilight ends at 6:46 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:35 PM (Africa/Nairobi).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mtwapa 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 Mtwapa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mtwapa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:20 AM | 6:40 PM | 12h 20m |
| February | 6:28 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 14m |
| March | 6:26 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 08m |
| April | 6:20 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 01m |
| May | 6:19 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 56m |
| June | 6:24 AM | 6:18 PM | 11h 54m |
| July | 6:29 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 55m |
| August | 6:26 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 59m |
| September | 6:13 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 05m |
| October | 6:01 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 11m |
| November | 5:56 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 18m |
| December | 6:05 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 21m |
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