Sun Times in Makaleng
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Makaleng?
Sunrise in Makaleng on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:26 AM (Africa/Gaborone). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Makaleng?
Sunset in Makaleng on Monday, August 24, 2026 is at 6:00 PM (Africa/Gaborone). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Makaleng?
Morning golden hour in Makaleng ends at 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:30 PM.
How long is the day in Makaleng?
On Monday, August 24, 2026 in Makaleng there are 11 hours and 33 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Makaleng?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Makaleng at 12:13 PM (Africa/Gaborone). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Makaleng?
In Makaleng, sunset is at 6:00 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:14 PM (Africa/Gaborone). Civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Makaleng?
Twilight in Makaleng lasts approximately 74 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 Makaleng?
The earliest sunrise in Makaleng in 2026 is at 5:20 AM on November 24 (Africa/Gaborone). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Makaleng?
The latest sunset in Makaleng in 2026 is at 6:57 PM on January 7 (Africa/Gaborone). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Makaleng?
After sunset at 6:00 PM in Makaleng, civil twilight ends at 6:22 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:14 PM (Africa/Gaborone).
What these times mean
Solar times in Makaleng 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 Makaleng
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Makaleng on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:42 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 15m |
| February | 6:01 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 46m |
| March | 6:13 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 37m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 08m |
| June | 6:45 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 53m |
| July | 6:47 AM | 5:46 PM | 10h 59m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 24m |
| September | 6:07 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 58m |
| October | 5:40 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 33m |
| November | 5:22 AM | 6:28 PM | 13h 06m |
| December | 5:24 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 23m |
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