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Sun Times in Aranos
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Aranos?
Sunrise in Aranos on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:06 AM (Africa/Windhoek). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Aranos?
Sunset in Aranos on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:27 PM (Africa/Windhoek). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Aranos?
Morning golden hour in Aranos ends at 7:37 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:56 PM.
How long is the day in Aranos?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Aranos there are 11 hours and 21 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Aranos?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Aranos at 12:47 PM (Africa/Windhoek). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Aranos?
In Aranos, sunset is at 6:27 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:44 PM (Africa/Windhoek). Civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Aranos?
Twilight in Aranos lasts approximately 76 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 Aranos?
The earliest sunrise in Aranos in 2026 is at 5:47 AM on November 22 (Africa/Windhoek). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Aranos?
The latest sunset in Aranos in 2026 is at 7:36 PM on January 6 (Africa/Windhoek). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Aranos?
After sunset at 6:27 PM in Aranos, civil twilight ends at 6:51 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:44 PM (Africa/Windhoek).
What these times mean
Solar times in Aranos 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 Aranos
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Aranos on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:08 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 28m |
| February | 6:30 AM | 7:24 PM | 12h 53m |
| March | 6:45 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 14m |
| April | 6:57 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 32m |
| May | 7:11 AM | 6:08 PM | 10h 57m |
| June | 7:24 AM | 6:03 PM | 10h 39m |
| July | 7:26 AM | 6:13 PM | 10h 47m |
| August | 7:10 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 16m |
| September | 6:40 AM | 6:37 PM | 11h 57m |
| October | 6:10 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 38m |
| November | 5:49 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 17m |
| December | 5:50 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 37m |