Sun Times in Namakgale
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Namakgale?
Sunrise in Namakgale on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:08 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Namakgale?
Sunset in Namakgale on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 5:44 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Namakgale?
Morning golden hour in Namakgale ends at 6:38 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:14 PM.
How long is the day in Namakgale?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Namakgale there are 11 hours and 36 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Namakgale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Namakgale 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 Namakgale?
In Namakgale, sunset is at 5:44 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:00 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Namakgale?
Twilight in Namakgale lasts approximately 76 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 Namakgale?
The earliest sunrise in Namakgale in 2026 is at 4:59 AM on November 27 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Namakgale?
The latest sunset in Namakgale in 2026 is at 6:48 PM on January 6 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Namakgale?
After sunset at 5:44 PM in Namakgale, civil twilight ends at 6:07 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:00 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Namakgale 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 Namakgale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Namakgale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:21 AM | 6:48 PM | 13h 27m |
| February | 5:43 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 53m |
| March | 5:57 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 14m |
| April | 6:09 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 32m |
| May | 6:23 AM | 5:21 PM | 10h 58m |
| June | 6:36 AM | 5:16 PM | 10h 40m |
| July | 6:38 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 48m |
| August | 6:22 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 17m |
| September | 5:52 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 57m |
| October | 5:22 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 38m |
| November | 5:02 AM | 6:18 PM | 13h 16m |
| December | 5:02 AM | 6:39 PM | 13h 36m |
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