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Sun Times in Elliotdale
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Elliotdale?
Sunrise in Elliotdale on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:42 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Elliotdale?
Sunset in Elliotdale on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:37 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Elliotdale?
Morning golden hour in Elliotdale ends at 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:03 PM.
How long is the day in Elliotdale?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Elliotdale there are 10 hours and 54 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Elliotdale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Elliotdale at 12:09 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Elliotdale?
In Elliotdale, sunset is at 5:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:00 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Elliotdale?
Twilight in Elliotdale lasts approximately 83 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 Elliotdale?
The earliest sunrise in Elliotdale in 2026 is at 4:51 AM on December 2 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Elliotdale?
The latest sunset in Elliotdale in 2026 is at 7:15 PM on January 4 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Elliotdale?
After sunset at 5:37 PM in Elliotdale, civil twilight ends at 6:02 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:00 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Elliotdale 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 Elliotdale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Elliotdale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:14 AM | 7:14 PM | 14h 00m |
| February | 5:42 AM | 6:55 PM | 13h 12m |
| March | 6:04 AM | 6:22 PM | 12h 18m |
| April | 6:26 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 18m |
| May | 6:46 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 30m |
| June | 7:03 AM | 5:07 PM | 10h 04m |
| July | 7:03 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 15m |
| August | 6:41 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 57m |
| September | 6:04 AM | 5:57 PM | 11h 53m |
| October | 5:25 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 51m |
| November | 4:57 AM | 6:42 PM | 13h 45m |
| December | 4:53 AM | 7:07 PM | 14h 14m |