Sunrise and Sunset times in Potchefstroom, South Africa 
Today:
 Sunrise: 05:18:25
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 Sunset: 18:31:58
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Day Length: 13h 13m 33s
Time zone: Africa/Johannesburg, UTC +2 h.
Latitude: -26.6996, Longitude: 27.1
Potchefstroom
North West, South Africa 
123 669 people
| Date | Sunrise | Solar Noon | Sunset | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-Nov-01, Saturday | 05:21:08 | 11:55:10 | 18:29:12 | 13h 8m 4s |
| 2025-Nov-02, Sunday | 05:20:25 | 11:55:09 | 18:29:53 | 13h 9m 28s |
| 2025-Nov-03, Monday | 05:19:44 | 11:55:09 | 18:30:34 | 13h 10m 50s |
| 2025-Nov-04, Tuesday | 05:19:04 | 11:55:10 | 18:31:16 | 13h 12m 12s |
| 2025-Nov-05, Wednesday | 05:18:25 | 11:55:11 | 18:31:58 | 13h 13m 33s |
| 2025-Nov-06, Thursday | 05:17:47 | 11:55:13 | 18:32:40 | 13h 14m 53s |
| 2025-Nov-07, Friday | 05:17:11 | 11:55:17 | 18:33:23 | 13h 16m 12s |
| 2025-Nov-08, Saturday | 05:16:36 | 11:55:21 | 18:34:06 | 13h 17m 30s |
| 2025-Nov-09, Sunday | 05:16:02 | 11:55:26 | 18:34:49 | 13h 18m 47s |
| 2025-Nov-10, Monday | 05:15:29 | 11:55:31 | 18:35:33 | 13h 20m 4s |
| 2025-Nov-11, Tuesday | 05:14:58 | 11:55:38 | 18:36:17 | 13h 21m 19s |
| 2025-Nov-12, Wednesday | 05:14:29 | 11:55:45 | 18:37:02 | 13h 22m 33s |
| 2025-Nov-13, Thursday | 05:14:01 | 11:55:53 | 18:37:46 | 13h 23m 45s |
| 2025-Nov-14, Friday | 05:13:34 | 11:56:03 | 18:38:31 | 13h 24m 57s |
| 2025-Nov-15, Saturday | 05:13:09 | 11:56:12 | 18:39:16 | 13h 26m 7s |
| 2025-Nov-16, Sunday | 05:12:45 | 11:56:23 | 18:40:02 | 13h 27m 17s |
| 2025-Nov-17, Monday | 05:12:22 | 11:56:35 | 18:40:47 | 13h 28m 25s |
| 2025-Nov-18, Tuesday | 05:12:02 | 11:56:47 | 18:41:33 | 13h 29m 31s |
| 2025-Nov-19, Wednesday | 05:11:42 | 11:57:01 | 18:42:19 | 13h 30m 37s |
| 2025-Nov-20, Thursday | 05:11:25 | 11:57:15 | 18:43:05 | 13h 31m 40s |
| 2025-Nov-21, Friday | 05:11:08 | 11:57:30 | 18:43:51 | 13h 32m 43s |
| 2025-Nov-22, Saturday | 05:10:54 | 11:57:45 | 18:44:37 | 13h 33m 43s |
| 2025-Nov-23, Sunday | 05:10:40 | 11:58:02 | 18:45:23 | 13h 34m 43s |
| 2025-Nov-24, Monday | 05:10:29 | 11:58:19 | 18:46:09 | 13h 35m 40s |
| 2025-Nov-25, Tuesday | 05:10:19 | 11:58:37 | 18:46:55 | 13h 36m 36s |
| 2025-Nov-26, Wednesday | 05:10:11 | 11:58:56 | 18:47:41 | 13h 37m 30s |
| 2025-Nov-27, Thursday | 05:10:04 | 11:59:15 | 18:48:27 | 13h 38m 23s |
| 2025-Nov-28, Friday | 05:09:59 | 11:59:36 | 18:49:13 | 13h 39m 14s |
| 2025-Nov-29, Saturday | 05:09:55 | 11:59:57 | 18:49:58 | 13h 40m 3s |
| 2025-Nov-30, Sunday | 05:09:53 | 12:00:18 | 18:50:43 | 13h 40m 50s |
Day length in Potchefstroom during the year on the chart:
Potchefstroom 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