Sunrise and Sunset times in Umtata, South Africa 
Today:
 Sunrise: 04:56:08
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 Sunset: 19:08:50
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Day Length: 14h 12m 42s
Time zone: Africa/Johannesburg, UTC +2 h.
Latitude: -31.58, Longitude: 28.79
Umtata
Eastern Cape, South Africa 
137 772 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-Dec-01, Monday | 04:52:19 | 11:53:55 | 18:55:31 | 14h 3m 12s |
| 2025-Dec-02, Tuesday | 04:52:15 | 11:54:18 | 18:56:20 | 14h 4m 5s |
| 2025-Dec-03, Wednesday | 04:52:13 | 11:54:41 | 18:57:10 | 14h 4m 57s |
| 2025-Dec-04, Thursday | 04:52:13 | 11:55:05 | 18:57:58 | 14h 5m 45s |
| 2025-Dec-05, Friday | 04:52:14 | 11:55:30 | 18:58:46 | 14h 6m 32s |
| 2025-Dec-06, Saturday | 04:52:18 | 11:55:55 | 18:59:33 | 14h 7m 15s |
| 2025-Dec-07, Sunday | 04:52:23 | 11:56:21 | 19:00:19 | 14h 7m 56s |
| 2025-Dec-08, Monday | 04:52:30 | 11:56:47 | 19:01:05 | 14h 8m 35s |
| 2025-Dec-09, Tuesday | 04:52:38 | 11:57:14 | 19:01:49 | 14h 9m 11s |
| 2025-Dec-10, Wednesday | 04:52:49 | 11:57:41 | 19:02:33 | 14h 9m 44s |
| 2025-Dec-11, Thursday | 04:53:01 | 11:58:08 | 19:03:16 | 14h 10m 15s |
| 2025-Dec-12, Friday | 04:53:15 | 11:58:36 | 19:03:57 | 14h 10m 42s |
| 2025-Dec-13, Saturday | 04:53:31 | 11:59:05 | 19:04:38 | 14h 11m 7s |
| 2025-Dec-14, Sunday | 04:53:49 | 11:59:33 | 19:05:18 | 14h 11m 29s |
| 2025-Dec-15, Monday | 04:54:08 | 12:00:02 | 19:05:56 | 14h 11m 48s |
| 2025-Dec-16, Tuesday | 04:54:29 | 12:00:31 | 19:06:33 | 14h 12m 4s |
| 2025-Dec-17, Wednesday | 04:54:51 | 12:01:00 | 19:07:09 | 14h 12m 18s |
| 2025-Dec-18, Thursday | 04:55:15 | 12:01:30 | 19:07:44 | 14h 12m 29s |
| 2025-Dec-19, Friday | 04:55:41 | 12:01:59 | 19:08:18 | 14h 12m 37s |
| 2025-Dec-20, Saturday | 04:56:08 | 12:02:29 | 19:08:50 | 14h 12m 42s |
| 2025-Dec-21, Sunday | 04:56:37 | 12:02:59 | 19:09:21 | 14h 12m 44s |
| 2025-Dec-22, Monday | 04:57:07 | 12:03:29 | 19:09:50 | 14h 12m 43s |
| 2025-Dec-23, Tuesday | 04:57:39 | 12:03:58 | 19:10:18 | 14h 12m 39s |
| 2025-Dec-24, Wednesday | 04:58:12 | 12:04:28 | 19:10:45 | 14h 12m 33s |
| 2025-Dec-25, Thursday | 04:58:47 | 12:04:58 | 19:11:10 | 14h 12m 23s |
| 2025-Dec-26, Friday | 04:59:22 | 12:05:28 | 19:11:33 | 14h 12m 11s |
| 2025-Dec-27, Saturday | 05:00:00 | 12:05:57 | 19:11:55 | 14h 11m 55s |
| 2025-Dec-28, Sunday | 05:00:38 | 12:06:27 | 19:12:15 | 14h 11m 37s |
| 2025-Dec-29, Monday | 05:01:18 | 12:06:56 | 19:12:34 | 14h 11m 16s |
| 2025-Dec-30, Tuesday | 05:01:59 | 12:07:25 | 19:12:51 | 14h 10m 52s |
| 2025-Dec-31, Wednesday | 05:02:41 | 12:07:53 | 19:13:06 | 14h 10m 25s |
Day length in Umtata during the year on the chart:
Umtata on South Africa map:
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*Calculation of distances from capital to capital
Daylight Hours FAQ: 10 Most Googled Questions Answered
Daylight hours refer to the period between sunrise and sunset. This duration changes throughout the year based on season and geographic location.
Earth's 23.5° axial tilt causes uneven sunlight distribution. Your hemisphere receives less direct sunlight in winter (shorter days) and more in summer (longer days).
Northern Hemisphere: June 20-22 (summer solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: December 21-23.
Near polar circles, the sun doesn't set for 24 hours.
Northern Hemisphere: December 21-22 (winter solstice).
Southern Hemisphere: June 20-21.
The closer to poles, the more extreme variations:
- Equator: ~12-hour days year-round
- Polar regions: Midnight sun/polar nights occur
Miami's lower latitude means:
- Winter days are longer than NY's
- Summer days are slightly shorter
During equinoxes:
- Spring: March 20-21
- Fall: September 22-23
Most rapid change near equinoxes: 2-4 minutes daily.
Slowest change near solstices: <1 minute daily.
Reliable tools:
- Timeanddate.com
- SunCalc.org
- Photographer's Ephemeris app
Yes. Reduced winter sunlight may cause:
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Vitamin D deficiency
Solution: Light therapy lamps & midday walks