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Sun Times in Makin Village
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Makin Village?
Sunrise in Makin Village on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Pacific/Tarawa). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Makin Village?
Sunset in Makin Village on Sunday, August 16, 2026 is at 6:39 PM (Pacific/Tarawa). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Makin Village?
Morning golden hour in Makin Village ends at 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:11 PM.
How long is the day in Makin Village?
On Sunday, August 16, 2026 in Makin Village there are 12 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Makin Village?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Makin Village at 12:32 PM (Pacific/Tarawa). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Makin Village?
In Makin Village, sunset is at 6:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:50 PM (Pacific/Tarawa). Civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Makin Village?
Twilight in Makin Village lasts approximately 71 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 Makin Village?
The earliest sunrise in Makin Village in 2026 is at 6:11 AM on October 22 (Pacific/Tarawa). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Makin Village?
The latest sunset in Makin Village in 2026 is at 6:43 PM on July 17 (Pacific/Tarawa). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Makin Village?
After sunset at 6:39 PM in Makin Village, civil twilight ends at 7:00 PM — about 21 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:50 PM (Pacific/Tarawa).
What these times mean
Solar times in Makin Village 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 Makin Village
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Makin Village on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:38 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 57m |
| February | 6:41 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 01m |
| March | 6:34 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 06m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 6:33 PM | 12h 11m |
| May | 6:16 AM | 6:32 PM | 12h 16m |
| June | 6:19 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 19m |
| July | 6:25 AM | 6:42 PM | 12h 18m |
| August | 6:25 AM | 6:39 PM | 12h 14m |
| September | 6:19 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 08m |
| October | 6:12 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 03m |
| November | 6:13 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 58m |
| December | 6:25 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 56m |