Sunrise & sunset times in Makurdi, Nigeria
On Tuesday 14 July 2026, the sun rises at 06:15 and sets at 18:47 in Makurdi. All times are shown in the Africa/Lagos timezone.
Today in Makurdi
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Golden & blue hour▼
Golden hour in Makurdi 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 Makurdi when the sun is at its most flattering angle.
Monthly sunrise & sunset in Makurdi (2026)
Times are calculated for the 15th of each month at Makurdi’s coordinates.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Solar noon | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:43 | 18:27 | 12:35 | 11h 43m |
| February | 06:43 | 18:36 | 12:39 | 11h 52m |
| March | 06:32 | 18:37 | 12:34 | 12h 04m |
| April | 06:17 | 18:34 | 12:25 | 12h 17m |
| May | 06:08 | 18:36 | 12:22 | 12h 28m |
| June | 06:09 | 18:43 | 12:26 | 12h 34m |
| July | 06:16 | 18:47 | 12:31 | 12h 31m |
| August | 06:19 | 18:41 | 12:30 | 12h 22m |
| September | 06:16 | 18:25 | 12:21 | 12h 09m |
| October | 06:13 | 18:10 | 12:11 | 11h 57m |
| November | 06:17 | 18:03 | 12:10 | 11h 46m |
| December | 06:30 | 18:11 | 12:21 | 11h 40m |
Solar year in Makurdi (2026)
Because Makurdi is near the equator, day length barely shifts through the year — under 0h 54m between the longest and shortest day.
Day length across the year in Makurdi
Longest day in Makurdi: 12h 27m on 21 Jun. Shortest day: 11h 33m on 21 Dec. Today the sun is up for about 12h 25m.
Moon tonight in Makurdi
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 Makurdi today?▼
The sun rises at 06:15 Africa/Lagos in Makurdi, Nigeria today.
What time is sunset in Makurdi today?▼
The sun sets at 18:47 Africa/Lagos in Makurdi today.
How long is the day in Makurdi today?▼
Daylight in Makurdi today lasts 12 hours and 31 minutes, between sunrise and sunset.
When is the golden hour in Makurdi?▼
The morning golden hour in Makurdi runs from 05:53 to 06:45, and the evening golden hour runs from 18:18 to 19:10.
What is the timezone of Makurdi?▼
Makurdi 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 Makurdi?▼
The longest day of 2026 in Makurdi is 21 June 2026, with 12h 34m of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
When is the shortest day of the year in Makurdi?▼
The shortest day of 2026 in Makurdi is 21 December 2026, with 11h 41m of daylight.
How much does daylight vary through the year in Makurdi?▼
Because Makurdi is near the equator, the difference between the longest and shortest day is only 0h 54m. Days are nearly the same length all year.