Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Solomon Islands
Major Cities
Capital: Honiara (sunrise data available on city page)
About Sunrise & Sunset in Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands spans approximately 10.0°S. Solomon Islands'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 Solomon Islands
Golden hour photography across Solomon Islands varies by location and season. In the southern hemisphere, Solomon Islands sees golden hour windows of 45 to 90 minutes that are longest during the southern winter months (June to August). Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.
Seasonal Daylight in Solomon Islands
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Solomon Islands depends on latitude. Solomon Islands'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 Solomon Islands 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 Solomon Islands today?
- Sunrise in Solomon Islands varies by location. See individual city pages for exact times.
- Which city in Solomon Islands has the earliest sunrise?
- Sunrise timing varies by city in Solomon Islands. Eastern cities generally see sunrise earliest.
- How many daylight hours does Solomon Islands get?
- Solomon Islands's near-tropical location means consistent daylight year-round, typically 11 to 13 hours per day with little seasonal variation.