Sun Times in Northam
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Northam?
Sunrise in Northam on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:35 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Northam?
Sunset in Northam on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 5:54 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Northam?
Morning golden hour in Northam ends at 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:22 PM.
How long is the day in Northam?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Northam there are 11 hours and 18 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Northam?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Northam at 12:14 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Northam?
In Northam, sunset is at 5:54 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:10 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Northam?
Twilight in Northam 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 Northam?
The earliest sunrise in Northam in 2026 is at 5:12 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 Northam?
The latest sunset in Northam in 2026 is at 7:05 PM on January 5 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Northam?
After sunset at 5:54 PM in Northam, civil twilight ends at 6:17 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:10 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Northam 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 Northam
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Northam on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:34 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 31m |
| February | 5:57 AM | 6:52 PM | 12h 55m |
| March | 6:12 AM | 6:27 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:25 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 30m |
| May | 6:39 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 54m |
| June | 6:53 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 36m |
| July | 6:55 AM | 5:38 PM | 10h 44m |
| August | 6:38 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 14m |
| September | 6:08 AM | 6:04 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:37 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 40m |
| November | 5:15 AM | 6:35 PM | 13h 20m |
| December | 5:15 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 41m |
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