Sunrise & sunset times in Mbuji-Mayi, Congo - Kinshasa
On Monday 15 June 2026, the sun rises at 06:33 and sets at 18:19 in Mbuji-Mayi. All times are shown in the Africa/Lubumbashi timezone.
Today in Mbuji-Mayi
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Golden hour in Mbuji-Mayi 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 Mbuji-Mayi when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Mbuji-Mayi (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Mbuji-Mayi’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:21 | 18:48 | 12:35 | 12h 26m |
| February | 06:30 | 18:48 | 12:39 | 12h 17m |
| March | 06:30 | 18:38 | 12:34 | 12h 08m |
| April | 06:26 | 18:24 | 12:25 | 11h 58m |
| May | 06:26 | 18:17 | 12:21 | 11h 50m |
| June | 06:33 | 18:19 | 12:26 | 11h 46m |
| July | 06:37 | 18:25 | 12:31 | 11h 47m |
| August | 06:32 | 18:27 | 12:30 | 11h 54m |
| September | 06:18 | 18:22 | 12:20 | 12h 03m |
| October | 06:04 | 18:18 | 12:11 | 12h 14m |
| November | 05:58 | 18:22 | 12:10 | 12h 23m |
| December | 06:06 | 18:35 | 12:20 | 12h 28m |
Solar year in Mbuji-Mayi (2026)
Because Mbuji-Mayi is near the equator, day length barely shifts through the year — under 0h 43m between the longest and shortest day.
Day length across the year in Mbuji-Mayi
Longest day in Mbuji-Mayi: 12h 21m on 21 Dec. Shortest day: 11h 39m on 21 Jun. Today the sun is up for about 11h 39m.
Moon tonight in Mbuji-Mayi
Next full moon on 29 June 2026, next new moon on 14 July 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 Mbuji-Mayi today?▼
The sun rises at 06:33 Africa/Lubumbashi in Mbuji-Mayi, Congo - Kinshasa today.
What time is sunset in Mbuji-Mayi today?▼
The sun sets at 18:19 Africa/Lubumbashi in Mbuji-Mayi today.
How long is the day in Mbuji-Mayi today?▼
Daylight in Mbuji-Mayi today lasts 11 hours and 46 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Mbuji-Mayi?▼
The morning golden hour in Mbuji-Mayi runs from 06:10 to 07:03, and the evening golden hour runs from 17:49 to 18:41.
What is the timezone of Mbuji-Mayi?▼
Mbuji-Mayi 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 Mbuji-Mayi?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Mbuji-Mayi is 21 December 2026, with 12h 29m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Mbuji-Mayi?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Mbuji-Mayi is 21 June 2026, with 11h 46m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Mbuji-Mayi?▼
Because Mbuji-Mayi is near the equator, the difference between the longest and shortest day is only 0h 43m. Days are nearly the same length all year.