Sun Times in Bosfontein
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Bosfontein?
Sunrise in Bosfontein on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:16 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Bosfontein?
Sunset in Bosfontein on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:37 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Bosfontein?
Morning golden hour in Bosfontein ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in Bosfontein?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Bosfontein there are 11 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Bosfontein?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Bosfontein at 11:56 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Bosfontein?
In Bosfontein, sunset is at 5:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:54 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Bosfontein?
Twilight in Bosfontein lasts approximately 77 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 Bosfontein?
The earliest sunrise in Bosfontein in 2026 is at 4:53 AM on November 28 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Bosfontein?
The latest sunset in Bosfontein in 2026 is at 6:49 PM on January 4 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Bosfontein?
After sunset at 5:37 PM in Bosfontein, civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:54 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Bosfontein 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 Bosfontein
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Bosfontein on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:15 AM | 6:49 PM | 13h 34m |
| February | 5:38 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 57m |
| March | 5:54 AM | 6:09 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:08 AM | 5:37 PM | 11h 29m |
| May | 6:23 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 52m |
| June | 6:37 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 32m |
| July | 6:39 AM | 5:19 PM | 10h 41m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 5:34 PM | 11h 12m |
| September | 5:51 AM | 5:46 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:19 AM | 5:59 PM | 12h 41m |
| November | 4:57 AM | 6:19 PM | 13h 22m |
| December | 4:56 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 44m |
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