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Sunrise and sunset in Harare, Zimbabwe
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 5:30 AM–5:59 AM and 5:27 PM–5:56 PM
Times are local time in Harare. Current time in Harare →
Sunrise and sunset in Harare through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 5:39 AM | 5:54 PM | 12h 15m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 5:28 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 29m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 5:18 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 45m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 5:13 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 57m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 5:12 AM | 6:19 PM | 13h 7m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 5:16 AM | 6:27 PM | 13h 11m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 5:24 AM | 6:35 PM | 13h 11m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 5:33 AM | 6:38 PM | 13h 5m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 5:43 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 53m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 5:50 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 41m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 5:56 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 27m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 5:59 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 13m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 6:03 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 56m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:05 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 42m |
| May 1, 2027 | 6:10 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 28m |
| May 15, 2027 | 6:14 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 17m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 6:21 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 8m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 6:25 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 4m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 6:28 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 4m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 6:28 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 9m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 6:23 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 19m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 6:16 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 30m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:04 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 45m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 5:53 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 59m |
Calculated for 17.83°S, 31.05°E, including daylight saving time where Harare uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Harare this year
- Longest day: December 22 (13h 12m)
- Shortest day: June 21 (11h 4m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:12 AM on November 18
- Latest sunset: 6:38 PM on January 11
Questions
What time is sunrise in Harare today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 5:30 AM and sets at 5:56 PM in Harare, giving 12 hours 26 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Harare?
The longest day in Harare in 2026 is December 22, with 13 hours 12 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Harare?
The shortest day in Harare in 2026 is June 21, with 11 hours 4 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Harare?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:12 AM on November 18, and the latest sunset is 6:38 PM on January 11. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Harare?
Today, golden hour in Harare is from sunrise (5:30 AM) to 5:59 AM in the morning, and from 5:27 PM to sunset (5:56 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.