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Sun Times in Graskop
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Graskop?
Sunrise in Graskop on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:20 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Graskop?
Sunset in Graskop on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:40 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Graskop?
Morning golden hour in Graskop ends at 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:08 PM.
How long is the day in Graskop?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Graskop there are 11 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Graskop?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Graskop at 12:00 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Graskop?
In Graskop, sunset is at 5:40 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:57 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:03 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Graskop?
Twilight in Graskop 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 Graskop?
The earliest sunrise in Graskop in 2026 is at 4:58 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 Graskop?
The latest sunset in Graskop in 2026 is at 6:51 PM on January 7 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Graskop?
After sunset at 5:40 PM in Graskop, civil twilight ends at 6:03 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:57 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Graskop 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 Graskop
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Graskop on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:20 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 31m |
| February | 5:42 AM | 6:38 PM | 12h 55m |
| March | 5:57 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 30m |
| May | 6:25 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 55m |
| June | 6:39 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 36m |
| July | 6:40 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 44m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 14m |
| September | 5:53 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:22 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 40m |
| November | 5:01 AM | 6:21 PM | 13h 20m |
| December | 5:01 AM | 6:42 PM | 13h 41m |