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Sun Times in Walvis Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Walvis Bay?
Sunrise in Walvis Bay on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 7:27 AM (Africa/Windhoek). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Walvis Bay?
Sunset in Walvis Bay on Saturday, August 15, 2026 is at 6:46 PM (Africa/Windhoek). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Walvis Bay?
Morning golden hour in Walvis Bay ends at 7:58 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 6:15 PM.
How long is the day in Walvis Bay?
On Saturday, August 15, 2026 in Walvis Bay there are 11 hours and 19 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Walvis Bay?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Walvis Bay at 1:06 PM (Africa/Windhoek). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Walvis Bay?
In Walvis Bay, sunset is at 6:46 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 8:02 PM (Africa/Windhoek). Civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Walvis Bay?
Twilight in Walvis Bay lasts approximately 76 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 Walvis Bay?
The earliest sunrise in Walvis Bay in 2026 is at 6:07 AM on November 26 (Africa/Windhoek). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Walvis Bay?
The latest sunset in Walvis Bay in 2026 is at 7:52 PM on January 6 (Africa/Windhoek). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Walvis Bay?
After sunset at 6:46 PM in Walvis Bay, civil twilight ends at 7:09 PM — about 23 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 8:02 PM (Africa/Windhoek).
What these times mean
Solar times in Walvis Bay 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 Walvis Bay
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Walvis Bay on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:29 AM | 7:52 PM | 13h 23m |
| February | 6:50 AM | 7:41 PM | 12h 51m |
| March | 7:03 AM | 7:17 PM | 12h 14m |
| April | 7:15 AM | 6:48 PM | 11h 33m |
| May | 7:27 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 01m |
| June | 7:40 AM | 6:24 PM | 10h 44m |
| July | 7:42 AM | 6:33 PM | 10h 51m |
| August | 7:27 AM | 6:46 PM | 11h 19m |
| September | 6:58 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 57m |
| October | 6:29 AM | 7:06 PM | 12h 37m |
| November | 6:10 AM | 7:23 PM | 13h 13m |
| December | 6:10 AM | 7:43 PM | 13h 32m |