Sun Times in Malelane
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Malelane?
Sunrise in Malelane on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Malelane?
Sunset in Malelane on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:36 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Malelane?
Morning golden hour in Malelane ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:05 PM.
How long is the day in Malelane?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Malelane there are 11 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Malelane?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Malelane at 11:57 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Malelane?
In Malelane, sunset is at 5:36 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:54 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Malelane?
Twilight in Malelane 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 Malelane?
The earliest sunrise in Malelane in 2026 is at 4:54 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 Malelane?
The latest sunset in Malelane in 2026 is at 6:49 PM on January 4 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Malelane?
After sunset at 5:36 PM in Malelane, civil twilight ends at 6:00 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:54 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Malelane 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 Malelane
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Malelane on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:16 AM | 6:49 PM | 13h 33m |
| February | 5:39 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 57m |
| March | 5:55 AM | 6:10 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:09 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 29m |
| May | 6:23 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 53m |
| June | 6:37 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 33m |
| July | 6:39 AM | 5:20 PM | 10h 42m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 13m |
| September | 5:51 AM | 5:47 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:19 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 40m |
| November | 4:57 AM | 6:19 PM | 13h 22m |
| December | 4:57 AM | 6:40 PM | 13h 43m |
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