Today in São Paulo, Brazil, the sun rises at 6:28 AM and sets at 5:53 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 24m of daylight. That is 1 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, São Paulo is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in São Paulo
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in São Paulo runs from N/A to 6:59 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:22 PM and lasts until 5:53 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. São Paulo sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in São Paulo falls exactly at 12:11 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 31.40 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 São Paulo today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in São Paulo?
At São Paulo's latitude of -23.5506507°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 237.63° (WSW). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for São Paulo are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -23.5506507, -46.6333824. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in São Paulo (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 São Paulo versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:28 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 24m |
| 2025 | 6:28 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 24m |
| 2021 | 6:28 AM | 5:53 PM | 11h 24m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in São Paulo today?
In São Paulo, the sun rises at exactly 6:28 AM and sets at 5:53 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 24m of daylight.
When is golden hour in São Paulo today?
Today, morning golden hour in São Paulo runs from N/A to 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:22 PM and lasts until 5:51 PM.
Why does sunrise in São Paulo shift every day?
At São Paulo's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 237.63° (WSW). 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 São Paulo at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:11 PM when the sun reaches 31.40. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in São Paulo today.
Has the sunrise time in São Paulo 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 6:28 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:28 AM.