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Port Harcourt, Nigeria - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Port Harcourt? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Port Harcourt, Nigeria, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Port Harcourt Sunrise TimeAugust 27

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
6:28 AM – 6:56 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Africa/Lagos

Sunrise times by month in Port Harcourt

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January6:46 AM6:38 PM11h 52m
February6:48 AM6:46 PM11h 58m
March6:39 AM6:44 PM12h 5m
April6:26 AM6:39 PM12h 13m
May6:19 AM6:39 PM12h 20m
June6:21 AM6:45 PM12h 23m
July6:27 AM6:50 PM12h 22m
August6:29 AM6:46 PM12h 16m
September6:24 AM6:33 PM12h 8m
October6:18 AM6:19 PM12h 1m
November6:20 AM6:15 PM11h 54m
December6:32 AM6:23 PM11h 50m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

Tonight's sunset in Port Harcourt — time, golden hour & quality forecast

Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Port Harcourt today?

Today's sunrise in Port Harcourt, Nigeria is at 6:28 AM, giving 12h 13m of daylight before sunset at 6:41 PM.

What time is first light in Port Harcourt today?

First light in Port Harcourt begins at 6:07 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 6:28 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Port Harcourt?

The morning golden hour in Port Harcourt runs 6:28 AM – 6:56 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Port Harcourt?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (6:28 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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