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Sun Times in Nacala
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Nacala?
Sunrise in Nacala on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 5:27 AM (Africa/Maputo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Nacala?
Sunset in Nacala on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 is at 5:11 PM (Africa/Maputo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Nacala?
Morning golden hour in Nacala ends at 5:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:42 PM.
How long is the day in Nacala?
On Tuesday, August 25, 2026 in Nacala there are 11 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Nacala?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Nacala at 11:19 AM (Africa/Maputo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Nacala?
In Nacala, sunset is at 5:11 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:23 PM (Africa/Maputo). Civil twilight ends at 5:33 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Nacala?
Twilight in Nacala lasts approximately 72 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 Nacala?
The earliest sunrise in Nacala in 2026 is at 4:37 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 Nacala?
The latest sunset in Nacala in 2026 is at 5:53 PM on January 13 (Africa/Maputo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Nacala?
After sunset at 5:11 PM in Nacala, civil twilight ends at 5:33 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:23 PM (Africa/Maputo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Nacala 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 Nacala
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Nacala on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 4:59 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 54m |
| February | 5:14 AM | 5:48 PM | 12h 34m |
| March | 5:20 AM | 5:31 PM | 12h 11m |
| April | 5:24 AM | 5:10 PM | 11h 46m |
| May | 5:30 AM | 4:56 PM | 11h 26m |
| June | 5:39 AM | 4:55 PM | 11h 16m |
| July | 5:43 AM | 5:03 PM | 11h 21m |
| August | 5:33 AM | 5:10 PM | 11h 37m |
| September | 5:12 AM | 5:12 PM | 12h 01m |
| October | 4:50 AM | 5:15 PM | 12h 25m |
| November | 4:38 AM | 5:25 PM | 12h 47m |
| December | 4:42 AM | 5:41 PM | 12h 59m |