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Sunrise and sunset in Managua, Nicaragua
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 5:35 AM–6:04 AM and 5:01 PM–5:29 PM
Times are local time in Managua. Current time in Managua →
Sunrise and sunset in Managua through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 5:35 AM | 5:36 PM | 12h 1m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 5:36 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 52m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 5:39 AM | 5:20 PM | 11h 42m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 5:44 AM | 5:18 PM | 11h 34m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 5:51 AM | 5:19 PM | 11h 28m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 5:59 AM | 5:24 PM | 11h 25m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 6:07 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 25m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 6:10 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 29m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 6:11 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 37m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:08 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 45m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:02 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 54m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 5:53 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 3m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 5:42 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 15m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 5:34 AM | 5:58 PM | 12h 24m |
| May 1, 2027 | 5:26 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 34m |
| May 15, 2027 | 5:22 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 41m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 5:20 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 47m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 5:21 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 50m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 5:25 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 50m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 5:28 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 46m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 5:33 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 39m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 5:35 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 32m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 5:36 AM | 5:57 PM | 12h 21m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 5:35 AM | 5:47 PM | 12h 12m |
Calculated for 12.15°N, 86.28°W, including daylight saving time where Managua uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Managua this year
- Longest day: June 21 (12h 50m)
- Shortest day: December 22 (11h 25m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:20 AM on May 25
- Latest sunset: 6:15 PM on July 2
Questions
What time is sunrise in Managua today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 5:35 AM and sets at 5:29 PM in Managua, giving 11 hours 54 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Managua?
The longest day in Managua in 2026 is June 21, with 12 hours 50 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Managua?
The shortest day in Managua in 2026 is December 22, with 11 hours 25 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Managua?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:20 AM on May 25, and the latest sunset is 6:15 PM on July 2. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Managua?
Today, golden hour in Managua is from sunrise (5:35 AM) to 6:04 AM in the morning, and from 5:01 PM to sunset (5:29 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.