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Sun Times in Wakkerstroom
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Wakkerstroom?
Sunrise in Wakkerstroom on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 6:19 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Wakkerstroom?
Sunset in Wakkerstroom on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 is at 5:43 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Wakkerstroom?
Morning golden hour in Wakkerstroom ends at 6:50 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:11 PM.
How long is the day in Wakkerstroom?
On Wednesday, August 26, 2026 in Wakkerstroom there are 11 hours and 24 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Wakkerstroom?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Wakkerstroom at 12:01 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Wakkerstroom?
In Wakkerstroom, sunset is at 5:43 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:01 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:07 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Wakkerstroom?
Twilight in Wakkerstroom lasts approximately 78 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 Wakkerstroom?
The earliest sunrise in Wakkerstroom in 2026 is at 4:56 AM on November 26 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Wakkerstroom?
The latest sunset in Wakkerstroom in 2026 is at 6:59 PM on January 8 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Wakkerstroom?
After sunset at 5:43 PM in Wakkerstroom, 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 7:01 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Wakkerstroom 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 Wakkerstroom
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Wakkerstroom on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:18 AM | 6:58 PM | 13h 40m |
| February | 5:42 AM | 6:43 PM | 13h 01m |
| March | 6:00 AM | 6:16 PM | 12h 16m |
| April | 6:16 AM | 5:42 PM | 11h 26m |
| May | 6:32 AM | 5:18 PM | 10h 46m |
| June | 6:47 AM | 5:12 PM | 10h 25m |
| July | 6:48 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 34m |
| August | 6:29 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 09m |
| September | 5:57 AM | 5:52 PM | 11h 55m |
| October | 5:23 AM | 6:07 PM | 12h 43m |
| November | 5:00 AM | 6:28 PM | 13h 28m |
| December | 4:58 AM | 6:50 PM | 13h 52m |