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Sun Times in Herolds Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Herolds Bay?
Sunrise in Herolds Bay on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:55 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Herolds Bay?
Sunset in Herolds Bay on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:08 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Herolds Bay?
Morning golden hour in Herolds Bay ends at 7:29 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:34 PM.
How long is the day in Herolds Bay?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in Herolds Bay there are 11 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Herolds Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Herolds Bay at 12:31 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Herolds Bay?
In Herolds Bay, sunset is at 6:08 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:32 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Herolds Bay?
Twilight in Herolds Bay lasts approximately 83 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 Herolds Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Herolds Bay in 2026 is at 5:11 AM on December 2 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Herolds Bay?
The latest sunset in Herolds Bay in 2026 is at 7:45 PM on January 1 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Herolds Bay?
After sunset at 6:08 PM in Herolds Bay, civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:32 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Herolds Bay 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 Herolds Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Herolds Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:34 AM | 7:44 PM | 14h 10m |
| February | 6:05 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 18m |
| March | 6:29 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:53 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 14m |
| May | 7:15 AM | 5:37 PM | 10h 22m |
| June | 7:34 AM | 5:27 PM | 9h 54m |
| July | 7:33 AM | 5:39 PM | 10h 06m |
| August | 7:09 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 51m |
| September | 6:29 AM | 6:21 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 5:48 AM | 6:43 PM | 12h 55m |
| November | 5:18 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 54m |
| December | 5:13 AM | 7:37 PM | 14h 25m |