Sunrise & sunset times in Mazār-e Sharīf, Afghanistan
On Monday 19 October 2026, the sun rises at 06:12 and sets at 17:20 in Mazār-e Sharīf. All times are shown in the Asia/Kabul timezone.
Today in Mazār-e Sharīf
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Golden hour in Mazār-e Sharīf today
Golden hour is the soft, warm light when the sun is low — from just after sunrise up to a few degrees above the horizon, and again from a few degrees down to sunset. The exact length depends on latitude and the time of year.
Photographers use golden hour for soft, directional warm light. Architects and travellers track it to time outdoor shots and walks in Mazār-e Sharīf when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Mazār-e Sharīf (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Mazār-e Sharīf’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 07:13 | 17:08 | 12:10 | 9h 55m |
| February | 06:50 | 17:41 | 12:15 | 10h 51m |
| March | 06:12 | 18:08 | 12:10 | 11h 55m |
| April | 05:28 | 18:35 | 12:01 | 13h 07m |
| May | 04:54 | 19:01 | 11:57 | 14h 07m |
| June | 04:42 | 19:21 | 12:02 | 14h 39m |
| July | 04:54 | 19:20 | 12:07 | 14h 26m |
| August | 05:18 | 18:52 | 12:06 | 13h 34m |
| September | 05:43 | 18:09 | 11:56 | 12h 25m |
| October | 06:08 | 17:25 | 11:47 | 11h 16m |
| November | 06:39 | 16:52 | 11:46 | 10h 13m |
| December | 07:06 | 16:46 | 11:56 | 9h 40m |
Solar year in Mazār-e Sharīf (2026)
Day length in Mazār-e Sharīf swings by 5h 02m between the longest day in June and the shortest in December.
Day length across the year in Mazār-e Sharīf
Longest day in Mazār-e Sharīf: 14h 31m on 21 Jun. Shortest day: 9h 29m on 21 Dec. Today the sun is up for about 10h 53m.
Moon tonight in Mazār-e Sharīf
Next full moon on 26 October 2026, next new moon on 9 November 2026. See the full moon page for the live phase visual and a moon overlay on the interactive map.
Frequently asked questions
What time is sunrise in Mazār-e Sharīf today?▼
The sun rises at 06:12 Asia/Kabul in Mazār-e Sharīf, Afghanistan today.
What time is sunset in Mazār-e Sharīf today?▼
The sun sets at 17:20 Asia/Kabul in Mazār-e Sharīf today.
How long is the day in Mazār-e Sharīf today?▼
Daylight in Mazār-e Sharīf today lasts 11 hours and 7 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Mazār-e Sharīf?▼
The morning golden hour in Mazār-e Sharīf runs from 05:46 to 06:47, and the evening golden hour runs from 16:45 to 17:46.
What is the timezone of Mazār-e Sharīf?▼
Mazār-e Sharīf uses the Asia/Kabul timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Mazār-e Sharīf?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Mazār-e Sharīf is 21 June 2026, with 14h 41m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Mazār-e Sharīf?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Mazār-e Sharīf is 22 December 2026, with 9h 39m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Mazār-e Sharīf?▼
Between the longest and shortest day of 2026, day length in Mazār-e Sharīf swings by 5h 02m.
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