Sun Times in Riversdale
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Riversdale?
Sunrise in Riversdale on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 7:07 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Riversdale?
Sunset in Riversdale on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:09 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Riversdale?
Morning golden hour in Riversdale ends at 7:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:34 PM.
How long is the day in Riversdale?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Riversdale there are 11 hours and 1 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Riversdale?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Riversdale at 12:38 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Riversdale?
In Riversdale, sunset is at 6:09 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:33 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Riversdale?
Twilight in Riversdale 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 Riversdale?
The earliest sunrise in Riversdale in 2026 is at 5:16 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 Riversdale?
The latest sunset in Riversdale in 2026 is at 7:50 PM on January 2 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Riversdale?
After sunset at 6:09 PM in Riversdale, civil twilight ends at 6:34 PM — about 26 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:33 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Riversdale 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 Riversdale
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Riversdale on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:39 AM | 7:49 PM | 14h 10m |
| February | 6:09 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 18m |
| March | 6:34 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 19m |
| April | 6:57 AM | 6:11 PM | 11h 14m |
| May | 7:20 AM | 5:41 PM | 10h 21m |
| June | 7:38 AM | 5:32 PM | 9h 54m |
| July | 7:38 AM | 5:43 PM | 10h 05m |
| August | 7:14 AM | 6:05 PM | 10h 51m |
| September | 6:34 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 52m |
| October | 5:53 AM | 6:48 PM | 12h 55m |
| November | 5:22 AM | 7:16 PM | 13h 54m |
| December | 5:17 AM | 7:42 PM | 14h 25m |
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