Sun Times in Grootfontein
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Grootfontein?
Sunrise in Grootfontein on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 7:04 AM (Africa/Windhoek). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Grootfontein?
Sunset in Grootfontein on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:37 PM (Africa/Windhoek). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Grootfontein?
Morning golden hour in Grootfontein ends at 7:34 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:07 PM.
How long is the day in Grootfontein?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Grootfontein there are 11 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Grootfontein?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Grootfontein at 12:50 PM (Africa/Windhoek). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Grootfontein?
In Grootfontein, sunset is at 6:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:51 PM (Africa/Windhoek). Civil twilight ends at 6:59 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Grootfontein?
Twilight in Grootfontein lasts approximately 74 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 Grootfontein?
The earliest sunrise in Grootfontein in 2026 is at 5:59 AM on November 22 (Africa/Windhoek). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Grootfontein?
The latest sunset in Grootfontein in 2026 is at 7:32 PM on January 11 (Africa/Windhoek). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Grootfontein?
After sunset at 6:37 PM in Grootfontein, civil twilight ends at 6:59 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:51 PM (Africa/Windhoek).
What these times mean
Solar times in Grootfontein 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 Grootfontein
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Grootfontein on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:21 AM | 7:32 PM | 13h 11m |
| February | 6:39 AM | 7:23 PM | 12h 44m |
| March | 6:50 AM | 7:02 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 6:58 AM | 6:36 PM | 11h 39m |
| May | 7:08 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 12m |
| June | 7:19 AM | 6:16 PM | 10h 57m |
| July | 7:22 AM | 6:25 PM | 11h 03m |
| August | 7:08 AM | 6:35 PM | 11h 27m |
| September | 6:43 AM | 6:42 PM | 11h 59m |
| October | 6:17 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 32m |
| November | 6:01 AM | 7:03 PM | 13h 02m |
| December | 6:03 AM | 7:21 PM | 13h 18m |
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