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Sun Times in Williston
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is sunrise in Williston?
Sunrise in Williston on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 7:07 AM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
What time is sunset in Williston?
Sunset in Williston on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 is at 6:12 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This time is calculated from the city's coordinates.
When is golden hour in Williston?
Morning golden hour in Williston ends at 7:41 AM. Evening golden hour starts at 5:39 PM.
How long is the day in Williston?
On Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in Williston there are 11 hours and 4 minutes of daylight between sunrise and sunset.
What time is the sun at its highest point in Williston?
The sun reaches its highest point (solar noon) in Williston at 12:40 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). This is when the sun crosses the meridian and shadows are at their shortest.
What time does it get dark in Williston?
In Williston, sunset is at 6:12 PM and it gets fully dark (astronomical dusk) at 7:34 PM (Africa/Johannesburg). Civil twilight ends at 6:37 PM when outdoor activities need artificial light.
How long does twilight last in Williston?
Twilight in Williston lasts approximately 82 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 Williston?
The earliest sunrise in Williston in 2026 is at 5:24 AM on November 28 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs around the summer solstice when days are longest.
What is the latest sunset of the year in Williston?
The latest sunset in Williston in 2026 is at 7:44 PM on January 1 (Africa/Johannesburg). This occurs shortly after the summer solstice.
What time does it actually get dark after sunset in Williston?
After sunset at 6:12 PM in Williston, civil twilight ends at 6:37 PM — about 25 minutes later — when the sky becomes too dark for outdoor activities without artificial light. Full darkness (astronomical dusk) arrives at 7:34 PM (Africa/Johannesburg).
What these times mean
Solar times in Williston 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 Williston
Sunrise, sunset, and total daylight in Williston on the 15th of each month for 2026. Times reflect the city's local timezone.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 5:46 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 57m |
| February | 6:14 AM | 7:25 PM | 13h 11m |
| March | 6:36 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 18m |
| April | 6:56 AM | 6:15 PM | 11h 19m |
| May | 7:16 AM | 5:48 PM | 10h 32m |
| June | 7:33 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 07m |
| July | 7:33 AM | 5:51 PM | 10h 18m |
| August | 7:11 AM | 6:10 PM | 10h 58m |
| September | 6:35 AM | 6:28 PM | 11h 53m |
| October | 5:57 AM | 6:47 PM | 12h 50m |
| November | 5:29 AM | 7:12 PM | 13h 43m |
| December | 5:26 AM | 7:36 PM | 14h 11m |