Sunrise & sunset times in Bukavu, Congo - Kinshasa
On Tuesday 14 July 2026, the sun rises at 06:10 and sets at 18:10 in Bukavu. All times are shown in the Africa/Lubumbashi timezone.
Today in Bukavu
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Golden hour in Bukavu today
Golden hour is the soft, warm light when the sun is low — from just after sunrise up to a few degrees above the horizon, and again from a few degrees down to sunset. The exact length depends on latitude and the time of year.
Photographers use golden hour for soft, directional warm light. Architects and travellers track it to time outdoor shots and walks in Bukavu when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Bukavu (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Bukavu’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:06 | 18:21 | 12:13 | 12h 15m |
| February | 06:13 | 18:24 | 12:18 | 12h 11m |
| March | 06:09 | 18:17 | 12:13 | 12h 07m |
| April | 06:03 | 18:06 | 12:04 | 12h 03m |
| May | 06:00 | 18:01 | 12:00 | 12h 00m |
| June | 06:05 | 18:04 | 12:05 | 11h 58m |
| July | 06:10 | 18:10 | 12:10 | 11h 59m |
| August | 06:08 | 18:10 | 12:09 | 12h 01m |
| September | 05:57 | 18:02 | 11:59 | 12h 05m |
| October | 05:45 | 17:55 | 11:50 | 12h 09m |
| November | 05:42 | 17:56 | 11:49 | 12h 13m |
| December | 05:51 | 18:07 | 11:59 | 12h 16m |
Solar year in Bukavu (2026)
Because Bukavu is near the equator, day length barely shifts through the year — under 0h 18m between the longest and shortest day.
Day length across the year in Bukavu
Longest day in Bukavu: 12h 9m on 21 Dec. Shortest day: 11h 51m on 21 Jun. Today the sun is up for about 11h 52m.
Moon tonight in Bukavu
Next full moon on 29 July 2026, next new moon on 12 August 2026. See the full moon page for the live phase visual and a moon overlay on the interactive map.
Frequently asked questions
What time is sunrise in Bukavu today?▼
The sun rises at 06:10 Africa/Lubumbashi in Bukavu, Congo - Kinshasa today.
What time is sunset in Bukavu today?▼
The sun sets at 18:10 Africa/Lubumbashi in Bukavu today.
How long is the day in Bukavu today?▼
Daylight in Bukavu today lasts 11 hours and 59 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Bukavu?▼
The morning golden hour in Bukavu runs from 05:48 to 06:40, and the evening golden hour runs from 17:40 to 18:32.
What is the timezone of Bukavu?▼
Bukavu uses the Africa/Lubumbashi timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Bukavu?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Bukavu is 21 December 2026, with 12h 16m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Bukavu?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Bukavu is 21 June 2026, with 11h 59m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Bukavu?▼
Because Bukavu is near the equator, the difference between the longest and shortest day is only 0h 18m. Days are nearly the same length all year.