Sunrise & sunset times in Akure, Nigeria
On Tuesday 14 July 2026, the sun rises at 06:29 and sets at 19:00 in Akure. All times are shown in the Africa/Lagos timezone.
Today in Akure
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Golden hour in Akure 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 Akure when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Akure (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Akure’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:56 | 18:41 | 12:48 | 11h 44m |
| February | 06:56 | 18:50 | 12:53 | 11h 53m |
| March | 06:45 | 18:50 | 12:48 | 12h 04m |
| April | 06:30 | 18:47 | 12:39 | 12h 16m |
| May | 06:22 | 18:49 | 12:35 | 12h 27m |
| June | 06:23 | 18:56 | 12:39 | 12h 32m |
| July | 06:30 | 19:00 | 12:45 | 12h 30m |
| August | 06:33 | 18:54 | 12:43 | 12h 21m |
| September | 06:29 | 18:39 | 12:34 | 12h 09m |
| October | 06:26 | 18:23 | 12:25 | 11h 57m |
| November | 06:29 | 18:17 | 12:23 | 11h 47m |
| December | 06:43 | 18:25 | 12:34 | 11h 42m |
Solar year in Akure (2026)
Because Akure is near the equator, day length barely shifts through the year — under 0h 50m between the longest and shortest day.
Day length across the year in Akure
Longest day in Akure: 12h 25m on 21 Jun. Shortest day: 11h 35m on 21 Dec. Today the sun is up for about 12h 23m.
Moon tonight in Akure
Next full moon on 29 July 2026, next new moon on 12 August 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 Akure today?▼
The sun rises at 06:29 Africa/Lagos in Akure, Nigeria today.
What time is sunset in Akure today?▼
The sun sets at 19:00 Africa/Lagos in Akure today.
How long is the day in Akure today?▼
Daylight in Akure today lasts 12 hours and 30 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Akure?▼
The morning golden hour in Akure runs from 06:07 to 06:59, and the evening golden hour runs from 18:30 to 19:22.
What is the timezone of Akure?▼
Akure uses the Africa/Lagos timezone. All sunrise and sunset times on this page are shown in local time.
When is the longest day of the year in Akure?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Akure is 21 June 2026, with 12h 33m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Akure?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Akure is 21 December 2026, with 11h 42m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Akure?▼
Because Akure is near the equator, the difference between the longest and shortest day is only 0h 50m. Days are nearly the same length all year.