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Sun Times in Nomathamasanqa
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Nomathamasanqa?
Sunrise in Nomathamasanqa on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:51 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Nomathamasanqa?
Sunset in Nomathamasanqa on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:50 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Nomathamasanqa?
Morning golden hour in Nomathamasanqa ends at 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:16 PM.
How long is the day in Nomathamasanqa?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Nomathamasanqa there are 10 hours and 59 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Nomathamasanqa?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Nomathamasanqa at 12:20 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Nomathamasanqa?
In Nomathamasanqa, sunset is at 5:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:14 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:16 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Nomathamasanqa?
Twilight in Nomathamasanqa lasts approximately 84 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 Nomathamasanqa?
The earliest sunrise in Nomathamasanqa in 2026 is at 4:59 AM on December 3 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Nomathamasanqa?
The latest sunset in Nomathamasanqa in 2026 is at 7:31 PM on January 5 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Nomathamasanqa?
After sunset at 5:50 PM in Nomathamasanqa, civil twilight ends at 6:16 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:14 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Nomathamasanqa 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 Nomathamasanqa
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Nomathamasanqa on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:22 AM | 7:30 PM | 14h 07m |
| February | 5:52 AM | 7:09 PM | 13h 16m |
| March | 6:16 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 5:54 PM | 11h 15m |
| May | 7:01 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 24m |
| June | 7:19 AM | 5:15 PM | 9h 56m |
| July | 7:19 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 08m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 52m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 5:36 AM | 6:30 PM | 12h 54m |
| November | 5:06 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 51m |
| December | 5:01 AM | 7:23 PM | 14h 22m |