Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Zambia
Sunrise in Zambia today ranges from 06:16 in Lusaka to 06:16 in Lusaka, reflecting the country's geographic spread. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Capital: Lusaka
Sunrise
06:16
Sunset
17:57
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lusaka | 06:16 | 17:57 | 11h 42m |
Zambia spans approximately 13.1°S. Zambia'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 photography across Zambia varies by location and season. In the southern hemisphere, Zambia 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.
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Zambia depends on latitude. Zambia'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 Zambia 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.