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Sun Times in Tekwane
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tekwane?
Sunrise in Tekwane on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:18 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tekwane?
Sunset in Tekwane on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 5:39 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tekwane?
Morning golden hour in Tekwane ends at 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:07 PM.
How long is the day in Tekwane?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Tekwane there are 11 hours and 20 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tekwane?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tekwane at 11:58 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Tekwane?
In Tekwane, sunset is at 5:39 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 6:56 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:02 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tekwane?
Twilight in Tekwane lasts approximately 77 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 Tekwane?
The earliest sunrise in Tekwane in 2026 is at 4:56 AM on November 24 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tekwane?
The latest sunset in Tekwane in 2026 is at 6:51 PM on January 8 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tekwane?
After sunset at 5:39 PM in Tekwane, civil twilight ends at 6:02 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 6:56 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tekwane 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 Tekwane
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tekwane on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:18 AM | 6:51 PM | 13h 33m |
| February | 5:41 AM | 6:37 PM | 12h 57m |
| March | 5:56 AM | 6:11 PM | 12h 15m |
| April | 6:10 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 29m |
| May | 6:25 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 53m |
| June | 6:39 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 33m |
| July | 6:40 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 42m |
| August | 6:23 AM | 5:36 PM | 11h 13m |
| September | 5:52 AM | 5:48 PM | 11h 56m |
| October | 5:21 AM | 6:01 PM | 12h 40m |
| November | 4:59 AM | 6:20 PM | 13h 22m |
| December | 4:58 AM | 6:42 PM | 13h 43m |