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Sun Times in Kolonyama
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Kolonyama?
Sunrise in Kolonyama on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 6:21 AM (Africa/Maseru). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Kolonyama?
Sunset in Kolonyama on Thursday, September 3, 2026 is at 5:55 PM (Africa/Maseru). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Kolonyama?
Morning golden hour in Kolonyama ends at 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:23 PM.
How long is the day in Kolonyama?
On Thursday, September 3, 2026 in Kolonyama there are 11 hours and 34 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Kolonyama?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Kolonyama at 12:08 PM (Africa/Maseru). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Kolonyama?
In Kolonyama, sunset is at 5:55 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:14 PM (Africa/Maseru). Civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Kolonyama?
Twilight in Kolonyama lasts approximately 79 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 Kolonyama?
The earliest sunrise in Kolonyama in 2026 is at 5:02 AM on November 26 (Africa/Maseru). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Kolonyama?
The latest sunset in Kolonyama in 2026 is at 7:12 PM on January 4 (Africa/Maseru). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Kolonyama?
After sunset at 5:55 PM in Kolonyama, civil twilight ends at 6:19 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:14 PM (Africa/Maseru).
What these times mean
Solar times in Kolonyama 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 Kolonyama
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Kolonyama on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:24 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 48m |
| February | 5:50 AM | 6:55 PM | 13h 05m |
| March | 6:09 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 17m |
| April | 6:27 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 23m |
| May | 6:45 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 40m |
| June | 7:00 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 18m |
| July | 7:01 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 27m |
| August | 6:41 AM | 5:45 PM | 11h 04m |
| September | 6:07 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 54m |
| October | 5:32 AM | 6:18 PM | 12h 46m |
| November | 5:06 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 34m |
| December | 5:04 AM | 7:03 PM | 14h 00m |