Sun Times in Makoba
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Makoba?
Sunrise in Makoba on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (Africa/Gaborone). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Makoba?
Sunset in Makoba on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 5:55 PM (Africa/Gaborone). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Makoba?
Morning golden hour in Makoba ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:24 PM.
How long is the day in Makoba?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Makoba there are 11 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Makoba?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Makoba at 12:15 PM (Africa/Gaborone). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Makoba?
In Makoba, sunset is at 5:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:12 PM (Africa/Gaborone). Civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Makoba?
Twilight in Makoba lasts approximately 76 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 Makoba?
The earliest sunrise in Makoba in 2026 is at 5:16 AM on November 23 (Africa/Gaborone). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Makoba?
The latest sunset in Makoba in 2026 is at 7:03 PM on January 8 (Africa/Gaborone). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Makoba?
After sunset at 5:55 PM in Makoba, civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:12 PM (Africa/Gaborone).
What these times mean
Solar times in Makoba 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 Makoba
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Makoba on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:38 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 25m |
| February | 5:59 AM | 6:51 PM | 12h 52m |
| March | 6:13 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 14m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 33m |
| May | 6:38 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 59m |
| June | 6:51 AM | 5:32 PM | 10h 42m |
| July | 6:53 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 49m |
| August | 6:37 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 18m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 57m |
| October | 5:38 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 37m |
| November | 5:18 AM | 6:33 PM | 13h 15m |
| December | 5:19 AM | 6:53 PM | 13h 35m |
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