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Sun Times in Namwala
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Namwala?
Sunrise in Namwala on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:23 AM (Africa/Lusaka). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Namwala?
Sunset in Namwala on Friday, August 28, 2026 is at 6:07 PM (Africa/Lusaka). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Namwala?
Morning golden hour in Namwala ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:39 PM.
How long is the day in Namwala?
On Friday, August 28, 2026 in Namwala there are 11 hours and 44 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Namwala?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Namwala at 12:15 PM (Africa/Lusaka). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Namwala?
In Namwala, sunset is at 6:07 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:20 PM (Africa/Lusaka). Civil twilight ends at 6:29 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Namwala?
Twilight in Namwala 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 Namwala?
The earliest sunrise in Namwala in 2026 is at 5:32 AM on November 20 (Africa/Lusaka). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Namwala?
The latest sunset in Namwala in 2026 is at 6:52 PM on January 13 (Africa/Lusaka). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Namwala?
After sunset at 6:07 PM in Namwala, civil twilight ends at 6:29 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:20 PM (Africa/Lusaka).
What these times mean
Solar times in Namwala 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 Namwala
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Namwala on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:54 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 58m |
| February | 6:10 AM | 6:46 PM | 12h 36m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 11m |
| April | 6:21 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 44m |
| May | 6:29 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 23m |
| June | 6:38 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 12m |
| July | 6:42 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 17m |
| August | 6:31 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 35m |
| September | 6:09 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 00m |
| October | 5:46 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 26m |
| November | 5:33 AM | 6:24 PM | 12h 51m |
| December | 5:37 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 04m |