Today in Parwan, Afghanistan, the sun rises at 4:47 AM and sets at 7:12 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 24m 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, Parwan is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Parwan
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Parwan runs from N/A to 5:24 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:35 PM and lasts until 7:12 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Parwan sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Parwan falls exactly at 12:00 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 30.55 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 Parwan today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Parwan?
At Parwan's latitude of 34.9797014°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 457.57° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Parwan are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 34.9797014, 68.9146703. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Parwan (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 Parwan versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:47 AM | 7:12 PM | 14h 24m |
| 2025 | 4:47 AM | 7:12 PM | 14h 24m |
| 2021 | 4:48 AM | 7:12 PM | 14h 24m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Parwan today?
In Parwan, the sun rises at exactly 4:47 AM and sets at 7:12 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 24m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Parwan today?
Today, morning golden hour in Parwan runs from N/A to 5:24 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:35 PM and lasts until 7:09 PM.
Why does sunrise in Parwan shift every day?
At Parwan's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 457.57° (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 Parwan at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:00 PM when the sun reaches 30.55. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Parwan today.
Has the sunrise time in Parwan 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 4:47 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:48 AM.