Sun Times in Mossel Bay
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Mossel Bay?
Sunrise in Mossel Bay on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 7:09 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Mossel Bay?
Sunset in Mossel Bay on Monday, August 17, 2026 is at 6:02 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Mossel Bay?
Morning golden hour in Mossel Bay ends at 7:44 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:27 PM.
How long is the day in Mossel Bay?
On Monday, August 17, 2026 in Mossel Bay there are 10 hours and 52 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Mossel Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Mossel Bay at 12:35 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Mossel Bay?
In Mossel Bay, sunset is at 6:02 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:26 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:27 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Mossel Bay?
Twilight in Mossel Bay lasts approximately 85 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 Mossel Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Mossel Bay in 2026 is at 5:12 AM on November 30 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Mossel Bay?
The latest sunset in Mossel Bay in 2026 is at 7:47 PM on January 5 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Mossel Bay?
After sunset at 6:02 PM in Mossel Bay, civil twilight ends at 6:27 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:26 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Mossel 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 Mossel Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Mossel Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:35 AM | 7:45 PM | 14h 11m |
| February | 6:06 AM | 7:24 PM | 13h 18m |
| March | 6:30 AM | 6:49 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:54 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 14m |
| May | 7:17 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 21m |
| June | 7:35 AM | 5:28 PM | 9h 53m |
| July | 7:35 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 05m |
| August | 7:10 AM | 6:01 PM | 10h 51m |
| September | 6:30 AM | 6:22 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 5:49 AM | 6:45 PM | 12h 55m |
| November | 5:19 AM | 7:13 PM | 13h 54m |
| December | 5:13 AM | 7:39 PM | 14h 25m |
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