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Gao, Mali - Sunrise Time

Wondering when the sun comes up in Gao? Here is today's exact sunrise time for Gao, Mali, along with first light and the morning golden hour — everything you need to plan an early shoot or a quiet start to the day.

Gao Sunrise TimeSeptember 2

Sunrise Time
First Light
Morning Golden Hour
5:48 AM – 6:17 AM
Sunset Time
Daylight
Timezone
Africa/Bamako

Sunrise times by month in Gao

MonthSunrise TimeSunset TimeDaylight
January6:32 AM5:48 PM11h 15m
February6:27 AM6:04 PM11h 36m
March6:09 AM6:11 PM12h 1m
April5:46 AM6:16 PM12h 29m
May5:31 AM6:24 PM12h 53m
June5:29 AM6:34 PM13h 5m
July5:36 AM6:37 PM13h 0m
August5:45 AM6:26 PM12h 40m
September5:49 AM6:04 PM12h 14m
October5:53 AM5:40 PM11h 47m
November6:04 AM5:27 PM11h 22m
December6:21 AM5:31 PM11h 9m

Times shown are for the 15th of each month, in local time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time is sunrise in Gao today?

Today's sunrise in Gao, Mali is at 5:48 AM, giving 12h 25m of daylight before sunset at 6:14 PM.

What time is first light in Gao today?

First light in Gao begins at 5:26 AM — the start of civil twilight, roughly half an hour before sunrise at 5:48 AM. The pre-sunrise sky often shows the softest colors of the day.

What time is the morning golden hour in Gao?

The morning golden hour in Gao runs 5:48 AM – 6:17 AM, starting at sunrise. The low sun gives soft, warm, directional light — and mornings are usually calmer and less crowded than sunset.

What is the best time for sunrise photography in Gao?

Arrive at least 30 minutes before sunrise (5:48 AM) to catch the pre-dawn glow. The most vibrant colors typically appear 10-15 minutes before the sun clears the horizon, with a soft golden window right after.

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