Sun Times in Pemba
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Pemba?
Sunrise in Pemba on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:32 AM (Africa/Maputo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Pemba?
Sunset in Pemba on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:12 PM (Africa/Maputo). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Pemba?
Morning golden hour in Pemba ends at 6:01 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:43 PM.
How long is the day in Pemba?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Pemba there are 11 hours and 40 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Pemba?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Pemba at 11:22 AM (Africa/Maputo). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Pemba?
In Pemba, sunset is at 5:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:24 PM (Africa/Maputo). Civil twilight ends at 5:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Pemba?
Twilight in Pemba 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 Pemba?
The earliest sunrise in Pemba in 2026 is at 4:40 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 Pemba?
The latest sunset in Pemba in 2026 is at 5:51 PM on January 13 (Africa/Maputo). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Pemba?
After sunset at 5:12 PM in Pemba, civil twilight ends at 5:34 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:24 PM (Africa/Maputo).
What these times mean
Solar times in Pemba 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 Pemba
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Pemba on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:03 AM | 5:51 PM | 12h 48m |
| February | 5:16 AM | 5:47 PM | 12h 31m |
| March | 5:21 AM | 5:32 PM | 12h 11m |
| April | 5:23 AM | 5:12 PM | 11h 49m |
| May | 5:28 AM | 4:59 PM | 11h 31m |
| June | 5:37 AM | 4:59 PM | 11h 22m |
| July | 5:41 AM | 5:06 PM | 11h 26m |
| August | 5:32 AM | 5:12 PM | 11h 41m |
| September | 5:12 AM | 5:13 PM | 12h 01m |
| October | 4:52 AM | 5:15 PM | 12h 23m |
| November | 4:41 AM | 5:23 PM | 12h 43m |
| December | 4:46 AM | 5:39 PM | 12h 53m |
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