Sun Times in Richards Bay
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Richards Bay?
Sunrise in Richards Bay on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 6:25 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Richards Bay?
Sunset in Richards Bay on Friday, August 14, 2026 is at 5:28 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Richards Bay?
Morning golden hour in Richards Bay ends at 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 4:55 PM.
How long is the day in Richards Bay?
On Friday, August 14, 2026 in Richards Bay there are 11 hours and 3 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Richards Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay?
In Richards Bay, sunset is at 5:28 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:48 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 5:52 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Richards Bay?
Twilight in Richards Bay lasts approximately 80 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 Richards Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Richards Bay in 2026 is at 4:45 AM on November 29 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Richards Bay?
The latest sunset in Richards Bay in 2026 is at 6:54 PM on January 4 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Richards Bay?
After sunset at 5:28 PM in Richards Bay, civil twilight ends at 5:52 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:48 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Richards Bay 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 Richards Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Richards Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:07 AM | 6:54 PM | 13h 46m |
| February | 5:33 AM | 6:37 PM | 13h 04m |
| March | 5:52 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 6:09 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 24m |
| May | 6:27 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 41m |
| June | 6:42 AM | 5:01 PM | 10h 19m |
| July | 6:43 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 28m |
| August | 6:24 AM | 5:29 PM | 11h 05m |
| September | 5:50 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 54m |
| October | 5:15 AM | 6:00 PM | 12h 46m |
| November | 4:50 AM | 6:23 PM | 13h 33m |
| December | 4:47 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 58m |
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