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Sun Times in Vredenburg
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Vredenburg?
Sunrise in Vredenburg on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 7:19 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Vredenburg?
Sunset in Vredenburg on Friday, August 21, 2026 is at 6:23 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Vredenburg?
Morning golden hour in Vredenburg ends at 7:52 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:49 PM.
How long is the day in Vredenburg?
On Friday, August 21, 2026 in Vredenburg there are 11 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Vredenburg?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Vredenburg at 12:51 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Vredenburg?
In Vredenburg, sunset is at 6:23 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:46 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:48 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Vredenburg?
Twilight in Vredenburg 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 Vredenburg?
The earliest sunrise in Vredenburg in 2026 is at 5:32 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 Vredenburg?
The latest sunset in Vredenburg in 2026 is at 8:00 PM on January 3 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Vredenburg?
After sunset at 6:23 PM in Vredenburg, civil twilight ends at 6:48 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:46 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Vredenburg 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 Vredenburg
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Vredenburg on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:55 AM | 7:59 PM | 14h 05m |
| February | 6:24 AM | 7:39 PM | 13h 15m |
| March | 6:47 AM | 7:05 PM | 12h 18m |
| April | 7:09 AM | 6:26 PM | 11h 16m |
| May | 7:31 AM | 5:57 PM | 10h 26m |
| June | 7:48 AM | 5:48 PM | 9h 59m |
| July | 7:48 AM | 5:59 PM | 10h 11m |
| August | 7:25 AM | 6:19 PM | 10h 54m |
| September | 6:47 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 53m |
| October | 6:07 AM | 7:00 PM | 12h 53m |
| November | 5:38 AM | 7:27 PM | 13h 49m |
| December | 5:33 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 19m |