Sunrise and sunset times in Cape Town, South Africa

Answer-first planning summary

Sunrise and sunset times in Cape Town, South Africa: Today in Cape Town: sunrise is about 7:38 AM and sunset is about 5:48 PM. Times use Africa/Johannesburg and are generated from latitude -33.9249, longitude 18.4241.

Use the sunrise or sunset value as a planning estimate and keep a buffer for terrain, weather, exact location, and the kind of twilight you need.

How to use this page

1. Check the exact city or location before planning.
2. Compare several nearby dates to understand the daylight trend.
3. Leave a buffer for photography, outdoor work, school, or travel.
4. Use local safety or weather sources for high-stakes plans.

Data and source note

Sun pages depend on astronomical calculations and location coordinates. Real visibility can differ because of elevation, horizon, buildings, weather, and whether you need civil, nautical, or astronomical twilight.

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