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Sun Times in Makapanstad
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Makapanstad?
Sunrise in Makapanstad on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Makapanstad?
Sunset in Makapanstad on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 5:48 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Makapanstad?
Morning golden hour in Makapanstad ends at 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:17 PM.
How long is the day in Makapanstad?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Makapanstad there are 11 hours and 13 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Makapanstad?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Makapanstad at 12:12 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Makapanstad?
In Makapanstad, sunset is at 5:48 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:06 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Makapanstad?
Twilight in Makapanstad 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 Makapanstad?
The earliest sunrise in Makapanstad in 2026 is at 5:08 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 Makapanstad?
The latest sunset in Makapanstad in 2026 is at 7:02 PM on January 4 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Makapanstad?
After sunset at 5:48 PM in Makapanstad, civil twilight ends at 6:12 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:06 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Makapanstad 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 Makapanstad
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Makapanstad on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:30 AM | 7:02 PM | 13h 32m |
| February | 5:53 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 56m |
| March | 6:08 AM | 6:23 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:22 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 30m |
| May | 6:37 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 53m |
| June | 6:50 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 34m |
| July | 6:52 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 43m |
| August | 6:35 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 14m |
| September | 6:04 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:33 AM | 6:13 PM | 12h 40m |
| November | 5:11 AM | 6:32 PM | 13h 21m |
| December | 5:11 AM | 6:53 PM | 13h 42m |