Sun Times in Paternoster
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Paternoster?
Sunrise in Paternoster on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 7:19 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Paternoster?
Sunset in Paternoster on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:24 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Paternoster?
Morning golden hour in Paternoster ends at 7:53 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:50 PM.
How long is the day in Paternoster?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Paternoster there are 11 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Paternoster?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Paternoster at 12:51 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Paternoster?
In Paternoster, sunset is at 6:24 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:46 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:49 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Paternoster?
Twilight in Paternoster lasts approximately 83 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 Paternoster?
The earliest sunrise in Paternoster in 2026 is at 5:32 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 Paternoster?
The latest sunset in Paternoster in 2026 is at 8:00 PM on January 2 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Paternoster?
After sunset at 6:24 PM in Paternoster, civil twilight ends at 6:49 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:46 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Paternoster 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 Paternoster
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Paternoster on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:55 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 04m |
| February | 6:25 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 14m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 18m |
| April | 7:10 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 17m |
| May | 7:31 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 26m |
| June | 7:48 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 00m |
| July | 7:48 AM | 6:00 PM | 10h 11m |
| August | 7:25 AM | 6:20 PM | 10h 54m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 53m |
| October | 6:08 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 53m |
| November | 5:38 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 49m |
| December | 5:34 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 18m |
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