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Tripoli Sunrise & Sunset: September 2026

Day-by-day sunrise and sunset times with golden hour data

In Tripoli in September, sunrise averages 06:52 and sunset averages 19:14. Days are getting shorter through September at Tripoli's latitude of 32.9°. Golden hour lasts approximately 30 to 60 minutes after sunrise and before sunset. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.

Avg Sunrise

06:52

Avg Sunset

19:14

Avg Daylight

12h 23m

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Monthly Sunrise & Sunset Table: Tripoli

DateDaySunriseSunsetDaylight
09/01Tue06:4319:3412h 52m
09/02Wed06:4319:3312h 50m
09/03Thu06:4419:3212h 48m
09/04Fri06:4519:3012h 46m
09/05Sat06:4519:2912h 44m
09/06Sun06:4619:2812h 42m
09/07Mon06:4619:2612h 40m
09/08Tue06:4719:2512h 38m
09/09Wed06:4819:2412h 36m
09/10Thu06:4819:2212h 34m
09/11Fri06:4919:2112h 32m
09/12Sat06:5019:2012h 30m
09/13Sun06:5019:1812h 28m
09/14Mon06:5119:1712h 26m
09/15Tue06:5219:1612h 24m
09/16Wed06:5219:1412h 22m
09/17Thu06:5319:1312h 20m
09/18Fri06:5319:1112h 18m
09/19Sat06:5419:1012h 16m
09/20Sun06:5519:0912h 14m
09/21Mon06:5519:0712h 12m
09/22Tue06:5619:0612h 10m
09/23Wed06:5719:0512h 08m
09/24Thu06:5719:0312h 06m
09/25Fri06:5819:0212h 04m
09/26Sat06:5919:0012h 02m
09/27Sun06:5918:5912h 00m
09/28Mon07:0018:5811h 58m
09/29Tue07:0118:5611h 56m
09/30Wed07:0118:5511h 54m

Daylight Hours Throughout the Year

September Sunrise & Sunset in Tripoli: Complete Monthly Guide

In September 2026, Tripoli has an average of 12h 23m of daylight per day. Sunrise times range from 06:43 at the start of the month to 07:01 at the end, while sunset shifts from 19:34 to 18:55.

September in Tripoli brings shortening autumn days. Average sunrise in September is 06:52 and average sunset is 19:14. The daily table above shows the exact sunrise and sunset time for each day of the month.

Day Length Variation in September

Day length in Tripoli in September changes throughout the month. Near the solstices (June 21 for the northern hemisphere, December 21 for the southern hemisphere), day length changes very slowly, less than 1 minute per day. Near the equinoxes (March 20 and September 22), day length changes rapidly, gaining or losing 2 to 4 minutes per day depending on latitude.

At Tripoli's latitude of 32.9°, the rate of day length change in September is approximately 1 to 2 minutes per day during the weeks furthest from the solstices. This means that sunrise in Tripoli shifts by approximately 20 to 40 minutes over the course of September.

Golden Hour in Tripoli in September

Golden hour in Tripoli in September occurs twice each day: in the morning shortly after sunrise, and in the evening before sunset. The duration depends on the sun's angle of elevation above the horizon, which varies with latitude and month. In Septemberat Tripoli's latitude of 32.9°, golden hour lasts approximately 40 to 65 minutes.

For photographers planning shoots in Tripoli in September: plan to arrive at your location 30 to 40 minutes before the listed sunrise time to capture blue hour before golden hour begins. The transition from blue hour to golden hour creates the most dramatic color sequences. Evening golden hour in September begins about 45 to 60 minutes before sunset and produces warmer, more orange tones than the morning session.

Blue Hour and Twilight in Tripoli in September

Civil twilight in Tripoli in September begins before sunrise and ends after sunset, creating windows of usable natural light even outside the official sunrise-to-sunset window. Civil twilight occurs when the sun is between 0 and 6 degrees below the horizon. Nautical twilight spans 6 to 12 degrees below the horizon. Astronomical twilight spans 12 to 18 degrees below the horizon.

The total twilight window in Tripoli in September extends the usable light day by approximately 45 to 70 minutes beyond the sunrise-to-sunset window. This extended twilight is valuable for photographers who want to shoot in soft, diffused light without harsh shadows.

Photography Tips for September in Tripoli

Shooting in Tripoli in September requires adapting to the season's specific light quality and timing. Camera settings for sunrise photography in September:

  • Blue hour: ISO 800 to 1,600; aperture f/8; shutter speed 10 to 30 seconds on tripod.
  • Golden hour: ISO 100 to 400; aperture f/8 to f/16 for landscapes, or f/1.8 to f/2.8 for portraits; shutter speed 1/250 to 1/1,000s handheld.
  • Post-sunrise (30 minutes after): ISO 100; aperture f/11; shutter speed 1/500 to 1/2,000s.

In September, Tripoli's weather patterns affect photography conditions. Check cloud cover forecasts the evening before a planned shoot: a thin layer of clouds above the horizon creates more dramatic golden and orange tones than a clear sky. Fully overcast conditions produce flat, diffused light that is good for portraits but lacks the dramatic quality of golden hour. Partly cloudy skies create the most dramatic conditions.

About This Monthly Sunrise Data

All sunrise and sunset times in this September table for Tripoli are calculated using Jean Meeus astronomical algorithms, implemented via the SunCalc library. Calculations use the coordinates of Tripoli (32.9022°, 13.1760°) and the local timezone (Africa/Tripoli). Times are accurate to within 1 minute and account for atmospheric refraction.

The times shown are for the center of the sun crossing the horizon. Sunrise is defined as the moment when the upper limb of the sun first appears above the mathematical horizon. Sunset is when the upper limb disappears below the horizon. Both definitions account for atmospheric refraction, which lifts the apparent position of the sun by approximately 0.5 to 1 degree near the horizon.

Frequently Asked Questions: September Sunrise & Sunset in Tripoli

What is the average sunrise time in Tripoli in September?

The average sunrise time in Tripoli in September 2026 is approximately 06:52. This is based on the mid-month calculation for Tripoli at latitude 32.90° and longitude 13.18°. Actual daily sunrise times vary from 06:43 on the first of the month to 07:01 on the last day. See the full daily table above for exact times.

How many hours of daylight does Tripoli get in September?

Tripoli receives an average of 12h 23m of daylight per day in September 2026. This is calculated as the difference between sunrise and sunset and does not include twilight periods. Day length varies from 12h 52m on the first of the month to 11h 54m on the last day.

What is the earliest sunrise in Tripoli in September?

The earliest sunrise in Tripoli in September 2026 occurs on 2026-09-01 at 06:43. The latest sunrise in the month occurs on 2026-09-29 at 07:01.

What time is golden hour in Tripoli in September?

Golden hour in Tripoli in September occurs twice daily. Morning golden hour begins at sunrise (06:52 at mid-month) and lasts approximately 40 to 65 minutes. Evening golden hour begins approximately 45 to 60 minutes before sunset (19:14 at mid-month). The precise start of golden hour is when the sun's altitude drops below 6 degrees above the horizon.

Is September a good time to photograph sunrise in Tripoli?

September is a strong month for sunrise photography in Tripoli. Autumn light has a distinctive warm quality, sunrise at 06:52 is at a comfortable time, and the lower sun angle produces extended golden hour periods compared to summer.

When does civil twilight start in Tripoli in September?

Civil twilight in Tripoli in September begins approximately 20 to 30 minutes before sunrise and ends 20 to 30 minutes after sunset. At Tripoli's latitude of 32.9°, civil twilight in September starts around 06:27 in the morning. Civil twilight provides enough light for outdoor activities without artificial lighting and is considered the beginning of the usable photography window each day.

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