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Sun Times in Tugela Ferry
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Tugela Ferry?
Sunrise in Tugela Ferry on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 6:13 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Tugela Ferry?
Sunset in Tugela Ferry on Monday, August 31, 2026 is at 5:43 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Tugela Ferry?
Morning golden hour in Tugela Ferry ends at 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:11 PM.
How long is the day in Tugela Ferry?
On Monday, August 31, 2026 in Tugela Ferry there are 11 hours and 29 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Tugela Ferry?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Tugela Ferry 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 Tugela Ferry?
In Tugela Ferry, sunset is at 5:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:02 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Tugela Ferry?
Twilight in Tugela Ferry lasts approximately 79 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 Tugela Ferry?
The earliest sunrise in Tugela Ferry in 2026 is at 4:52 AM on November 25 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Tugela Ferry?
The latest sunset in Tugela Ferry in 2026 is at 7:00 PM on January 2 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Tugela Ferry?
After sunset at 5:43 PM in Tugela Ferry, civil twilight ends at 6:07 PM — about 24 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:02 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Tugela Ferry 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 Tugela Ferry
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Tugela Ferry on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:14 AM | 7:00 PM | 13h 46m |
| February | 5:39 AM | 6:44 PM | 13h 04m |
| March | 5:58 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 24m |
| May | 6:33 AM | 5:15 PM | 10h 41m |
| June | 6:49 AM | 5:08 PM | 10h 19m |
| July | 6:49 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 29m |
| August | 6:30 AM | 5:35 PM | 11h 05m |
| September | 5:56 AM | 5:50 PM | 11h 55m |
| October | 5:21 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 46m |
| November | 4:56 AM | 6:29 PM | 13h 33m |
| December | 4:54 AM | 6:52 PM | 13h 58m |