Sunrise & sunset times in Benghazi, Libya
On Wednesday 2 September 2026, the sun rises at 06:15 and sets at 19:02 in Benghazi. All times are shown in the Africa/Tripoli timezone.
Today in Benghazi
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Golden & blue hour▼
Golden hour in Benghazi 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 Benghazi when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Benghazi (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Benghazi’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:40 | 17:57 | 12:49 | 10h 16m |
| February | 07:22 | 18:25 | 12:53 | 11h 03m |
| March | 06:50 | 18:47 | 12:48 | 11h 57m |
| April | 06:11 | 19:08 | 12:39 | 12h 57m |
| May | 05:42 | 19:30 | 12:36 | 13h 47m |
| June | 05:32 | 19:47 | 12:40 | 14h 14m |
| July | 05:44 | 19:47 | 12:45 | 14h 03m |
| August | 06:04 | 19:23 | 12:44 | 13h 19m |
| September | 06:23 | 18:45 | 12:34 | 12h 22m |
| October | 06:43 | 18:07 | 12:25 | 11h 24m |
| November | 07:08 | 17:39 | 12:24 | 10h 31m |
| December | 07:32 | 17:36 | 12:34 | 10h 03m |
Solar year in Benghazi (2026)
Day length in Benghazi swings by 4h 13m between the longest day in June and the shortest in December.
Day length across the year in Benghazi
Longest day in Benghazi: 14h 6m on 21 Jun. Shortest day: 9h 54m on 21 Dec. Today the sun is up for about 12h 37m.
Moon tonight in Benghazi
Next full moon on 26 September 2026, next new moon on 11 September 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 Benghazi today?▼
The sun rises at 06:15 Africa/Tripoli in Benghazi, Libya today.
What time is sunset in Benghazi today?▼
The sun sets at 19:02 Africa/Tripoli in Benghazi today.
How long is the day in Benghazi today?▼
Daylight in Benghazi today lasts 12 hours and 47 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Benghazi?▼
The morning golden hour in Benghazi runs from 05:50 to 06:48, and the evening golden hour runs from 18:30 to 19:27.
What is the timezone of Benghazi?▼
Benghazi uses the Africa/Tripoli timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Benghazi?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Benghazi is 21 June 2026, with 14h 15m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Benghazi?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Benghazi is 21 December 2026, with 10h 03m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Benghazi?▼
Between the longest and shortest day of 2026, day length in Benghazi swings by 4h 13m.