Sun Times in Mwanza
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mwanza?
Sunrise in Mwanza on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:56 AM (Africa/Maputo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mwanza?
Sunset in Mwanza on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:34 PM (Africa/Maputo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mwanza?
Morning golden hour in Mwanza ends at 6:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in Mwanza?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Mwanza there are 11 hours and 38 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mwanza?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mwanza at 11:45 AM (Africa/Maputo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mwanza?
In Mwanza, sunset is at 5:34 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:47 PM (Africa/Maputo). Civil twilight ends at 5:56 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mwanza?
Twilight in Mwanza 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 Mwanza?
The earliest sunrise in Mwanza in 2026 is at 5:00 AM on November 18 (Africa/Maputo). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mwanza?
The latest sunset in Mwanza in 2026 is at 6:20 PM on January 19 (Africa/Maputo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mwanza?
After sunset at 5:34 PM in Mwanza, civil twilight ends at 5:56 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:47 PM (Africa/Maputo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mwanza 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 Mwanza
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mwanza on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:22 AM | 6:19 PM | 12h 57m |
| February | 5:38 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 36m |
| March | 5:45 AM | 5:56 PM | 12h 11m |
| April | 5:49 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 45m |
| May | 5:56 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 23m |
| June | 6:06 AM | 5:18 PM | 11h 12m |
| July | 6:09 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 17m |
| August | 5:58 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 35m |
| September | 5:37 AM | 5:37 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:14 AM | 5:40 PM | 12h 26m |
| November | 5:01 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 50m |
| December | 5:05 AM | 6:08 PM | 13h 03m |
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