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Sunrise and sunset in Johannesburg, South Africa
Monday, October 12
Golden hour: 5:37 AM–6:08 AM and 5:43 PM–6:13 PM
Times are local time in Johannesburg. Current time in Johannesburg →
Sunrise and sunset in Johannesburg through the year
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | 5:49 AM | 6:08 PM | 12h 20m |
| Oct 15, 2026 | 5:34 AM | 6:15 PM | 12h 41m |
| Nov 1, 2026 | 5:19 AM | 6:25 PM | 13h 6m |
| Nov 15, 2026 | 5:12 AM | 6:35 PM | 13h 24m |
| Dec 1, 2026 | 5:08 AM | 6:47 PM | 13h 39m |
| Dec 15, 2026 | 5:11 AM | 6:57 PM | 13h 46m |
| Jan 1, 2027 | 5:19 AM | 7:05 PM | 13h 45m |
| Jan 15, 2027 | 5:30 AM | 7:06 PM | 13h 36m |
| Feb 1, 2027 | 5:43 AM | 7:01 PM | 13h 18m |
| Feb 15, 2027 | 5:53 AM | 6:53 PM | 12h 59m |
| Mar 1, 2027 | 6:02 AM | 6:41 PM | 12h 38m |
| Mar 15, 2027 | 6:10 AM | 6:26 PM | 12h 17m |
| Apr 1, 2027 | 6:18 AM | 6:08 PM | 11h 50m |
| Apr 15, 2027 | 6:24 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 29m |
| May 1, 2027 | 6:32 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 7m |
| May 15, 2027 | 6:40 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 51m |
| Jun 1, 2027 | 6:49 AM | 5:25 PM | 10h 36m |
| Jun 15, 2027 | 6:54 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 30m |
| Jul 1, 2027 | 6:57 AM | 5:28 PM | 10h 31m |
| Jul 15, 2027 | 6:55 AM | 5:34 PM | 10h 38m |
| Aug 1, 2027 | 6:48 AM | 5:42 PM | 10h 54m |
| Aug 15, 2027 | 6:38 AM | 5:49 PM | 11h 10m |
| Sep 1, 2027 | 6:22 AM | 5:56 PM | 11h 34m |
| Sep 15, 2027 | 6:07 AM | 6:02 PM | 11h 55m |
Calculated for 26.25°S, 28.00°E, including daylight saving time where Johannesburg uses it. Times can differ by a minute or two from other sources and with terrain.
Daylight in Johannesburg this year
- Longest day: December 22 (13h 47m)
- Shortest day: June 21 (10h 30m)
- Earliest sunrise: 5:08 AM on November 29
- Latest sunset: 7:06 PM on January 6
Questions
What time is sunrise in Johannesburg today?
On October 12, the sun rises at 5:37 AM and sets at 6:13 PM in Johannesburg, giving 12 hours 37 minutes of daylight. The times at the top of this page update every day.
When is the longest day of the year in Johannesburg?
The longest day in Johannesburg in 2026 is December 22, with 13 hours 47 minutes of daylight.
When is the shortest day of the year in Johannesburg?
The shortest day in Johannesburg in 2026 is June 21, with 10 hours 30 minutes of daylight.
When is the earliest sunrise and latest sunset in Johannesburg?
The earliest sunrise in 2026 is 5:08 AM on November 29, and the latest sunset is 7:06 PM on January 6. They don't fall on the longest day because the Earth's orbit is slightly elliptical.
When is golden hour in Johannesburg?
Today, golden hour in Johannesburg is from sunrise (5:37 AM) to 6:08 AM in the morning, and from 5:43 PM to sunset (6:13 PM) in the evening. That's when the sun is less than 6° above the horizon and the light is soft and warm — the favorite time for photos.
What is civil twilight?
Civil twilight is when the sun is less than 6° below the horizon. It's light enough to see outdoors without lights — the 'first light' before sunrise and 'last light' after sunset shown on this page.