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Sun Times in KwaDukuza
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in KwaDukuza?
Sunrise in KwaDukuza on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 6:15 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in KwaDukuza?
Sunset in KwaDukuza on Thursday, August 27, 2026 is at 5:37 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in KwaDukuza?
Morning golden hour in KwaDukuza ends at 6:47 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in KwaDukuza?
On Thursday, August 27, 2026 in KwaDukuza there are 11 hours and 22 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in KwaDukuza?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in KwaDukuza at 11:56 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in KwaDukuza?
In KwaDukuza, sunset is at 5:37 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:57 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in KwaDukuza?
Twilight in KwaDukuza 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 KwaDukuza?
The earliest sunrise in KwaDukuza in 2026 is at 4:47 AM on November 28 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in KwaDukuza?
The latest sunset in KwaDukuza in 2026 is at 6:58 PM on January 2 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in KwaDukuza?
After sunset at 5:37 PM in KwaDukuza, civil twilight ends at 6:01 PM — about 24 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 KwaDukuza 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 KwaDukuza
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in KwaDukuza on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:09 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 49m |
| February | 5:35 AM | 6:41 PM | 13h 06m |
| March | 5:55 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 17m |
| April | 6:13 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 23m |
| May | 6:31 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 39m |
| June | 6:47 AM | 5:03 PM | 10h 17m |
| July | 6:47 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 26m |
| August | 6:27 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 04m |
| September | 5:53 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 54m |
| October | 5:17 AM | 6:04 PM | 12h 47m |
| November | 4:52 AM | 6:27 PM | 13h 35m |
| December | 4:49 AM | 6:50 PM | 14h 01m |