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Sunrise and sunset in Port Louis, Mauritius
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 5:43 AM–6:12 AM and 5:42 PM–6:12 PM
Times are local time in Port Louis. Current time in Port Louis →
Sunrise and sunset in Port Louis through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 5:52 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 16m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 5:40 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 32m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 5:29 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 50m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 5:24 AM | 6:27 PM | 13h 4m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 5:22 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 15m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 5:26 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 20m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 5:34 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 20m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 5:43 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 13m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 5:54 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 0m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 6:02 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 46m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:08 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 30m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:13 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 14m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 6:18 AM | 6:12 PM | 11h 54m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:21 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 39m |
| May 1, 2027 | 6:27 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 23m |
| May 15, 2027 | 6:32 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 10m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 6:39 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 0m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 6:44 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 55m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 6:47 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 56m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 6:46 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 1m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 6:41 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 12m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 6:33 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 25m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:20 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 42m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:08 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 58m |
Calculated for 20.16°S, 57.50°E, including daylight saving time where Port Louis uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Port Louis this year
- Longest day: December 22 (13h 21m)
- Shortest day: June 21 (10h 55m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:22 AM on November 21
- Latest sunset: 6:56 PM on January 8
Questions
What time is sunrise in Port Louis today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 5:43 AM and sets at 6:12 PM in Port Louis, giving 12 hours 29 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Port Louis?
The longest day in Port Louis in 2026 is December 22, with 13 hours 21 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Port Louis?
The shortest day in Port Louis in 2026 is June 21, with 10 hours 55 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Port Louis?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:22 AM on November 21, and the latest sunset is 6:56 PM on January 8. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Port Louis?
Today, golden hour in Port Louis is from sunrise (5:43 AM) to 6:12 AM in the morning, and from 5:42 PM to sunset (6:12 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.