Sun Times in Fort Beaufort
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Fort Beaufort?
Sunrise in Fort Beaufort on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:37 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Fort Beaufort?
Sunset in Fort Beaufort on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:53 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Fort Beaufort?
Morning golden hour in Fort Beaufort ends at 7:10 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:19 PM.
How long is the day in Fort Beaufort?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Fort Beaufort there are 11 hours and 15 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Fort Beaufort?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Fort Beaufort at 12:15 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Fort Beaufort?
In Fort Beaufort, sunset is at 5:53 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:15 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Fort Beaufort?
Twilight in Fort Beaufort lasts approximately 82 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 Fort Beaufort?
The earliest sunrise in Fort Beaufort in 2026 is at 4:58 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 Fort Beaufort?
The latest sunset in Fort Beaufort in 2026 is at 7:25 PM on January 2 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Fort Beaufort?
After sunset at 5:53 PM in Fort Beaufort, civil twilight ends at 6:18 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:15 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Fort Beaufort 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 Fort Beaufort
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Fort Beaufort on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:20 AM | 7:24 PM | 14h 04m |
| February | 5:50 AM | 7:04 PM | 13h 14m |
| March | 6:12 AM | 6:31 PM | 12h 18m |
| April | 6:34 AM | 5:51 PM | 11h 17m |
| May | 6:56 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 27m |
| June | 7:13 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 00m |
| July | 7:13 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 11m |
| August | 6:50 AM | 5:45 PM | 10h 54m |
| September | 6:12 AM | 6:05 PM | 11h 53m |
| October | 5:33 AM | 6:25 PM | 12h 53m |
| November | 5:04 AM | 6:52 PM | 13h 48m |
| December | 4:59 AM | 7:17 PM | 14h 18m |
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