Today in Shymkent City, Kazakhstan, the sun rises at 4:52 AM and sets at 8:02 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 9m 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, Shymkent City is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Shymkent City
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Shymkent City runs from N/A to 5:34 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:19 PM and lasts until 8:02 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Shymkent City sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Shymkent City falls exactly at 12:27 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 30.72 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 Shymkent City today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Shymkent City?
At Shymkent City's latitude of 42.4008938°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 453.60° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Shymkent City are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 42.4008938, 69.6222345. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Shymkent City (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 Shymkent City versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:52 AM | 8:02 PM | 15h 9m |
| 2025 | 4:52 AM | 8:02 PM | 15h 9m |
| 2021 | 5:52 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 9m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Shymkent City today?
In Shymkent City, the sun rises at exactly 4:52 AM and sets at 8:02 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 9m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Shymkent City today?
Today, morning golden hour in Shymkent City runs from N/A to 5:34 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:19 PM and lasts until 7:58 PM.
Why does sunrise in Shymkent City shift every day?
At Shymkent City's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 453.60° (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 Shymkent City at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:27 PM when the sun reaches 30.72. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Shymkent City today.
Has the sunrise time in Shymkent City 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 4:52 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:52 AM.