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Sun Times in Somerset East
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Somerset East?
Sunrise in Somerset East on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 6:03 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Somerset East?
Sunset in Somerset East on Friday, September 25, 2026 is at 6:15 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Somerset East?
Morning golden hour in Somerset East ends at 6:35 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:43 PM.
How long is the day in Somerset East?
On Friday, September 25, 2026 in Somerset East there are 12 hours and 12 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Somerset East?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Somerset East at 12:09 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Somerset East?
In Somerset East, sunset is at 6:15 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:38 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Somerset East?
Twilight in Somerset East 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 Somerset East?
The earliest sunrise in Somerset East in 2026 is at 5:02 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 Somerset East?
The latest sunset in Somerset East in 2026 is at 7:29 PM on January 2 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Somerset East?
After sunset at 6:15 PM in Somerset East, civil twilight ends at 6:40 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:38 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Somerset East 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 Somerset East
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Somerset East on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:25 AM | 7:28 PM | 14h 04m |
| February | 5:54 AM | 7:08 PM | 13h 14m |
| March | 6:17 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 18m |
| April | 6:39 AM | 5:55 PM | 11h 17m |
| May | 7:00 AM | 5:27 PM | 10h 27m |
| June | 7:17 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 00m |
| July | 7:17 AM | 5:29 PM | 10h 12m |
| August | 6:55 AM | 5:49 PM | 10h 55m |
| September | 6:16 AM | 6:09 PM | 11h 53m |
| October | 5:37 AM | 6:29 PM | 12h 53m |
| November | 5:08 AM | 6:56 PM | 13h 48m |
| December | 5:03 AM | 7:21 PM | 14h 18m |