Today in Mazar-i-Sharif, Afghanistan, the sun rises at 4:50 AM and sets at 7:24 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 34m 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, Mazar-i-Sharif is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mazar-i-Sharif
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mazar-i-Sharif runs from N/A to 5:28 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:46 PM and lasts until 7:24 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Mazar-i-Sharif sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mazar-i-Sharif falls exactly at 12:07 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.20 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 Mazar-i-Sharif today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mazar-i-Sharif?
At Mazar-i-Sharif's latitude of 36.7090366°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 455.57° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mazar-i-Sharif are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 36.7090366, 67.1114085. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mazar-i-Sharif (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 Mazar-i-Sharif versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:50 AM | 7:24 PM | 14h 34m |
| 2025 | 4:50 AM | 7:24 PM | 14h 34m |
| 2021 | 4:50 AM | 7:24 PM | 14h 34m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mazar-i-Sharif today?
In Mazar-i-Sharif, the sun rises at exactly 4:50 AM and sets at 7:24 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 34m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mazar-i-Sharif today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mazar-i-Sharif runs from N/A to 5:28 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:46 PM and lasts until 7:21 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mazar-i-Sharif shift every day?
At Mazar-i-Sharif's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 455.57° (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 Mazar-i-Sharif at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:07 PM when the sun reaches 32.20. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Mazar-i-Sharif today.
Has the sunrise time in Mazar-i-Sharif 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.