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Sun Times in eMbalenhle
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in eMbalenhle?
Sunrise in eMbalenhle on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:34 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in eMbalenhle?
Sunset in eMbalenhle on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:43 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in eMbalenhle?
Morning golden hour in eMbalenhle ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:11 PM.
How long is the day in eMbalenhle?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in eMbalenhle there are 11 hours and 9 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in eMbalenhle?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in eMbalenhle at 12:08 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in eMbalenhle?
In eMbalenhle, sunset is at 5:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:01 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in eMbalenhle?
Twilight in eMbalenhle lasts approximately 78 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 eMbalenhle?
The earliest sunrise in eMbalenhle in 2026 is at 5:02 AM on November 25 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in eMbalenhle?
The latest sunset in eMbalenhle in 2026 is at 7:01 PM on January 4 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in eMbalenhle?
After sunset at 5:43 PM in eMbalenhle, civil twilight ends at 6:07 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:01 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in eMbalenhle 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 eMbalenhle
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in eMbalenhle on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:24 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 37m |
| February | 5:48 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 59m |
| March | 6:04 AM | 6:20 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 6:19 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 28m |
| May | 6:35 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 49m |
| June | 6:49 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 29m |
| July | 6:51 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 38m |
| August | 6:33 AM | 5:43 PM | 11h 11m |
| September | 6:01 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:28 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 42m |
| November | 5:05 AM | 6:31 PM | 13h 25m |
| December | 5:04 AM | 6:52 PM | 13h 48m |