Sunrise & sunset times in Kumasi, Ghana
On Monday 15 June 2026, the sun rises at 05:51 and sets at 18:22 in Kumasi. All times are shown in the Africa/Accra timezone.
Today in Kumasi
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Golden & blue hour▼
Golden hour in Kumasi 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 Kumasi when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Kumasi (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Kumasi’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:22 | 18:09 | 12:15 | 11h 46m |
| February | 06:23 | 18:18 | 12:20 | 11h 54m |
| March | 06:13 | 18:17 | 12:15 | 12h 04m |
| April | 05:58 | 18:14 | 12:06 | 12h 16m |
| May | 05:50 | 18:15 | 12:02 | 12h 25m |
| June | 05:51 | 18:22 | 12:07 | 12h 30m |
| July | 05:58 | 18:26 | 12:12 | 12h 28m |
| August | 06:00 | 18:21 | 12:11 | 12h 20m |
| September | 05:57 | 18:06 | 12:01 | 12h 09m |
| October | 05:52 | 17:51 | 11:52 | 11h 58m |
| November | 05:56 | 17:45 | 11:51 | 11h 49m |
| December | 06:09 | 17:53 | 12:01 | 11h 44m |
Solar year in Kumasi (2026)
Because Kumasi is near the equator, day length barely shifts through the year — under 0h 46m between the longest and shortest day.
Day length across the year in Kumasi
Longest day in Kumasi: 12h 23m on 21 Jun. Shortest day: 11h 37m on 21 Dec. Today the sun is up for about 12h 23m.
Moon tonight in Kumasi
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 Kumasi today?▼
The sun rises at 05:51 Africa/Accra in Kumasi, Ghana today.
What time is sunset in Kumasi today?▼
The sun sets at 18:22 Africa/Accra in Kumasi today.
How long is the day in Kumasi today?▼
Daylight in Kumasi today lasts 12 hours and 30 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Kumasi?▼
The morning golden hour in Kumasi runs from 05:28 to 06:21, and the evening golden hour runs from 17:52 to 18:45.
What is the timezone of Kumasi?▼
Kumasi uses the Africa/Accra timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Kumasi?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Kumasi is 21 June 2026, with 12h 31m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Kumasi?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Kumasi is 21 December 2026, with 11h 44m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Kumasi?▼
Because Kumasi is near the equator, the difference between the longest and shortest day is only 0h 46m. Days are nearly the same length all year.