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Sun Times in Redcliff
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Redcliff?
Sunrise in Redcliff on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (Africa/Harare). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Redcliff?
Sunset in Redcliff on Thursday, August 20, 2026 is at 5:50 PM (Africa/Harare). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Redcliff?
Morning golden hour in Redcliff ends at 6:48 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:20 PM.
How long is the day in Redcliff?
On Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Redcliff there are 11 hours and 32 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Redcliff?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Redcliff at 12:04 PM (Africa/Harare). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Redcliff?
In Redcliff, sunset is at 5:50 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:04 PM (Africa/Harare). Civil twilight ends at 6:12 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Redcliff?
Twilight in Redcliff lasts approximately 74 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 Redcliff?
The earliest sunrise in Redcliff in 2026 is at 5:13 AM on November 24 (Africa/Harare). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Redcliff?
The latest sunset in Redcliff in 2026 is at 6:44 PM on January 10 (Africa/Harare). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Redcliff?
After sunset at 5:50 PM in Redcliff, civil twilight ends at 6:12 PM — about 22 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:04 PM (Africa/Harare).
What these times mean
Solar times in Redcliff 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 Redcliff
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Redcliff on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:35 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 09m |
| February | 5:53 AM | 6:36 PM | 12h 43m |
| March | 6:03 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 13m |
| April | 6:11 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 40m |
| May | 6:20 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 13m |
| June | 6:31 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 59m |
| July | 6:34 AM | 5:39 PM | 11h 05m |
| August | 6:21 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 28m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 59m |
| October | 5:31 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 31m |
| November | 5:15 AM | 6:15 PM | 13h 01m |
| December | 5:17 AM | 6:34 PM | 13h 16m |