Sunrise & sunset times in Matadi, Congo - Kinshasa
On Tuesday 14 July 2026, the sun rises at 06:17 and sets at 18:06 in Matadi. All times are shown in the Africa/Kinshasa timezone.
Today in Matadi
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Golden hour in Matadi 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 Matadi when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Matadi (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Matadi’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:02 | 18:28 | 12:15 | 12h 25m |
| February | 06:11 | 18:28 | 12:20 | 12h 17m |
| March | 06:10 | 18:19 | 12:15 | 12h 08m |
| April | 06:06 | 18:05 | 12:06 | 11h 58m |
| May | 06:06 | 17:57 | 12:02 | 11h 50m |
| June | 06:13 | 18:00 | 12:06 | 11h 47m |
| July | 06:17 | 18:06 | 12:12 | 11h 48m |
| August | 06:13 | 18:08 | 12:10 | 11h 55m |
| September | 05:59 | 18:03 | 12:01 | 12h 04m |
| October | 05:45 | 17:58 | 11:51 | 12h 13m |
| November | 05:39 | 18:02 | 11:50 | 12h 22m |
| December | 05:47 | 18:15 | 12:01 | 12h 27m |
Solar year in Matadi (2026)
Because Matadi is near the equator, day length barely shifts through the year — under 0h 41m between the longest and shortest day.
Day length across the year in Matadi
Longest day in Matadi: 12h 20m on 21 Dec. Shortest day: 11h 40m on 21 Jun. Today the sun is up for about 11h 41m.
Moon tonight in Matadi
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 Matadi today?▼
The sun rises at 06:17 Africa/Kinshasa in Matadi, Congo - Kinshasa today.
What time is sunset in Matadi today?▼
The sun sets at 18:06 Africa/Kinshasa in Matadi today.
How long is the day in Matadi today?▼
Daylight in Matadi today lasts 11 hours and 48 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Matadi?▼
The morning golden hour in Matadi runs from 05:55 to 06:47, and the evening golden hour runs from 17:36 to 18:28.
What is the timezone of Matadi?▼
Matadi uses the Africa/Kinshasa timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Matadi?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Matadi is 21 December 2026, with 12h 28m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Matadi?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Matadi is 21 June 2026, with 11h 47m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Matadi?▼
Because Matadi is near the equator, the difference between the longest and shortest day is only 0h 41m. Days are nearly the same length all year.