Today in Kunduz, Afghanistan, the sun rises at 4:43 AM and sets at 7:18 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 35m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kunduz is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kunduz
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kunduz runs from N/A to 5:21 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:40 PM and lasts until 7:18 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Kunduz sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kunduz falls exactly at 12:00 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 30.91 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 Kunduz today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kunduz?
At Kunduz's latitude of 36.8707187°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 456.37° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kunduz are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 36.8707187, 68.7563528. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kunduz (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 Kunduz versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:43 AM | 7:18 PM | 14h 35m |
| 2025 | 4:43 AM | 7:18 PM | 14h 35m |
| 2021 | 4:43 AM | 7:18 PM | 14h 34m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kunduz today?
In Kunduz, the sun rises at exactly 4:43 AM and sets at 7:18 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 35m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kunduz today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kunduz runs from N/A to 5:21 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:40 PM and lasts until 7:15 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kunduz shift every day?
At Kunduz's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 456.37° (E). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Kunduz at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:00 PM when the sun reaches 30.91. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kunduz today.
Has the sunrise time in Kunduz 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 4:43 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:43 AM.