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Sun Times in Doka
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Doka?
Sunrise in Doka on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:24 AM (Africa/Khartoum). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Doka?
Sunset in Doka on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:56 PM (Africa/Khartoum). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Doka?
Morning golden hour in Doka ends at 5:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:27 PM.
How long is the day in Doka?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Doka there are 12 hours and 31 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Doka?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Doka at 11:40 AM (Africa/Khartoum). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Doka?
In Doka, sunset is at 5:56 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:09 PM (Africa/Khartoum). Civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Doka?
Twilight in Doka lasts approximately 73 minutes from sunset to full darkness (astronomical dusk). This includes civil twilight, nautical twilight, and astronomical twilight.
What is the earliest sunrise of the year in Doka?
The earliest sunrise in Doka in 2026 is at 5:08 AM on May 26 (Africa/Khartoum). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Doka?
The latest sunset in Doka in 2026 is at 6:08 PM on June 30 (Africa/Khartoum). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Doka?
After sunset at 5:56 PM in Doka, civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:09 PM (Africa/Khartoum).
What these times mean
Solar times in Doka shift throughout the year. Each stage of the day brings distinct light that photographers, outdoor planners, and everyday users rely on.
- Dawn
- The first usable twilight before sunrise, when the horizon brightens and color gradually returns to the sky.
- Sunrise
- The moment the upper edge of the sun appears above the horizon, starting direct daylight.
- Golden Hour
- The low-angle window just after sunrise and just before sunset, producing warm, soft light favored by photographers.
- Sunset
- The moment the upper edge of the sun drops below the horizon, ending direct sunlight for the day.
- Dusk
- The fading twilight after sunset, ending with astronomical dusk when the sky becomes fully dark.
Monthly daylight in Doka
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Doka on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:03 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 25m |
| February | 5:59 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 42m |
| March | 5:44 AM | 5:47 PM | 12h 03m |
| April | 5:24 AM | 5:50 PM | 12h 26m |
| May | 5:10 AM | 5:55 PM | 12h 45m |
| June | 5:09 AM | 6:05 PM | 12h 55m |
| July | 5:17 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 51m |
| August | 5:24 AM | 5:58 PM | 12h 34m |
| September | 5:25 AM | 5:38 PM | 12h 12m |
| October | 5:27 AM | 5:17 PM | 11h 50m |
| November | 5:36 AM | 5:06 PM | 11h 30m |
| December | 5:51 AM | 5:12 PM | 11h 20m |