Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Kenya
Sunrise in Kenya today ranges from 06:29 in Mombasa to 06:41 in Nairobi, reflecting the country's geographic spread. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Capital: Nairobi
Sunrise
06:41
Sunset
18:49
Major Cities
About Sunrise & Sunset in Kenya
Kenya spans approximately 0.0°N. Kenya's near-tropical location gives it consistent daylight throughout the year, typically 11 to 13 hours with minimal seasonal swing. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.
Golden Hour in Kenya
Golden hour photography across Kenya varies by location and season. At temperate latitudes, Kenya enjoys golden hour windows of 45 to 90 minutes, with the longest windows in winter when the sun travels a lower arc. Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.
Seasonal Daylight in Kenya
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Kenya depends on latitude. Kenya's near-equatorial position means consistent daylight of 11 to 13 hours year-round, with minimal seasonal variation.
The best time of year to visit Kenya for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is sunrise in Kenya today?
- Today's earliest sunrise in Kenya is at 06:29 (Mombasa) and the latest is 06:41 (Nairobi), reflecting the country's geographic spread.
- Which city in Kenya has the earliest sunrise?
- Mombasa currently has the earliest sunrise in Kenya at 06:29. Eastern cities in any country always see sunrise first.
- How many daylight hours does Kenya get?
- Kenya's near-tropical location means consistent daylight year-round, typically 11 to 13 hours per day with little seasonal variation.