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Sun Times in Malakal
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Malakal?
Sunrise in Malakal on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:44 AM (Africa/Khartoum). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Malakal?
Sunset in Malakal on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:09 PM (Africa/Khartoum). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Malakal?
Morning golden hour in Malakal ends at 6:13 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:40 PM.
How long is the day in Malakal?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Malakal there are 12 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Malakal?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Malakal at 11:57 AM (Africa/Khartoum). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Malakal?
In Malakal, sunset is at 6:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:21 PM (Africa/Khartoum). Civil twilight ends at 6:30 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Malakal?
Twilight in Malakal lasts approximately 72 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 Malakal?
The earliest sunrise in Malakal in 2026 is at 5:31 AM on May 24 (Africa/Khartoum). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Malakal?
The latest sunset in Malakal in 2026 is at 6:18 PM on July 7 (Africa/Khartoum). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Malakal?
After sunset at 6:09 PM in Malakal, civil twilight ends at 6:30 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:21 PM (Africa/Khartoum).
What these times mean
Solar times in Malakal 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 Malakal
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Malakal on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:13 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 38m |
| February | 6:12 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 50m |
| March | 6:00 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 04m |
| April | 5:43 AM | 6:03 PM | 12h 20m |
| May | 5:33 AM | 6:06 PM | 12h 34m |
| June | 5:33 AM | 6:14 PM | 12h 41m |
| July | 5:40 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 38m |
| August | 5:44 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 26m |
| September | 5:43 AM | 5:53 PM | 12h 11m |
| October | 5:41 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 55m |
| November | 5:47 AM | 5:28 PM | 11h 41m |
| December | 6:01 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 34m |