Today in Gardez, Afghanistan, the sun rises at 4:50 AM and sets at 7:07 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 17m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Gardez is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Gardez
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Gardez runs from N/A to 5:26 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:31 PM and lasts until 7:07 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Gardez sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Gardez falls exactly at 11:59 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 30.10 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Gardez today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Gardez?
At Gardez's latitude of 33.6014533°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 458.52° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Gardez are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 33.6014533, 69.2235518. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Gardez (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Gardez versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:50 AM | 7:07 PM | 14h 17m |
| 2025 | 4:50 AM | 7:07 PM | 14h 17m |
| 2021 | 4:50 AM | 7:07 PM | 14h 17m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Gardez today?
In Gardez, the sun rises at exactly 4:50 AM and sets at 7:07 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 17m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Gardez today?
Today, morning golden hour in Gardez runs from N/A to 5:26 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:31 PM and lasts until 7:04 PM.
Why does sunrise in Gardez shift every day?
At Gardez's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 458.52° (E). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Gardez at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:59 AM when the sun reaches 30.10. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Gardez today.
Has the sunrise time in Gardez changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 4:50 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:50 AM.