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Sun Times in Nchelenge
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Nchelenge?
Sunrise in Nchelenge on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:11 AM (Africa/Lubumbashi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Nchelenge?
Sunset in Nchelenge on Sunday, August 23, 2026 is at 6:03 PM (Africa/Lubumbashi). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Nchelenge?
Morning golden hour in Nchelenge ends at 6:40 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:35 PM.
How long is the day in Nchelenge?
On Sunday, August 23, 2026 in Nchelenge there are 11 hours and 51 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Nchelenge?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Nchelenge at 12:07 PM (Africa/Lubumbashi). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Nchelenge?
In Nchelenge, sunset is at 6:03 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:14 PM (Africa/Lubumbashi). Civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Nchelenge?
Twilight in Nchelenge 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 Nchelenge?
The earliest sunrise in Nchelenge in 2026 is at 5:33 AM on November 9 (Africa/Lubumbashi). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Nchelenge?
The latest sunset in Nchelenge in 2026 is at 6:33 PM on January 17 (Africa/Lubumbashi). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Nchelenge?
After sunset at 6:03 PM in Nchelenge, civil twilight ends at 6:24 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:14 PM (Africa/Lubumbashi).
What these times mean
Solar times in Nchelenge 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 Nchelenge
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Nchelenge on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:56 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 37m |
| February | 6:07 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 24m |
| March | 6:09 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 09m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 54m |
| May | 6:10 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 41m |
| June | 6:18 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 35m |
| July | 6:22 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 38m |
| August | 6:15 AM | 6:03 PM | 11h 48m |
| September | 5:59 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 03m |
| October | 5:41 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 18m |
| November | 5:33 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 33m |
| December | 5:40 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 40m |