Sun Times in Gariep Dam
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Gariep Dam?
Sunrise in Gariep Dam on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:53 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Gariep Dam?
Sunset in Gariep Dam on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:52 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Gariep Dam?
Morning golden hour in Gariep Dam ends at 7:27 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:18 PM.
How long is the day in Gariep Dam?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Gariep Dam there are 10 hours and 58 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Gariep Dam?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Gariep Dam at 12:22 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Gariep Dam?
In Gariep Dam, sunset is at 5:52 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:13 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Gariep Dam?
Twilight in Gariep Dam lasts approximately 81 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 Gariep Dam?
The earliest sunrise in Gariep Dam in 2026 is at 5:07 AM on December 1 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Gariep Dam?
The latest sunset in Gariep Dam in 2026 is at 7:24 PM on January 1 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Gariep Dam?
After sunset at 5:52 PM in Gariep Dam, civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:13 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Gariep Dam 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 Gariep Dam
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Gariep Dam on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:30 AM | 7:24 PM | 13h 54m |
| February | 5:57 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 09m |
| March | 6:18 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 17m |
| April | 6:37 AM | 5:58 PM | 11h 21m |
| May | 6:56 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 35m |
| June | 7:13 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 11m |
| July | 7:13 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 21m |
| August | 6:52 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 00m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:10 PM | 11h 54m |
| October | 5:39 AM | 6:28 PM | 12h 49m |
| November | 5:12 AM | 6:52 PM | 13h 40m |
| December | 5:09 AM | 7:16 PM | 14h 07m |
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