Today in Zhetysu Region, Kazakhstan, the sun rises at 4:56 AM and sets at 6:46 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 50m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Zhetysu Region is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Zhetysu Region
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Zhetysu Region runs from N/A to 5:36 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:06 PM and lasts until 6:46 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Zhetysu Region experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 13h 50m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Zhetysu Region falls exactly at 11:51 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 17.39 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Zhetysu Region, typical of its Summer season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Zhetysu Region?
At Zhetysu Region's latitude of 45.00495°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 89.95° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Zhetysu Region are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 45.00495, 78.3649928. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Zhetysu Region (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 Zhetysu Region versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:56 AM | 6:46 PM | 13h 50m |
| 2025 | 4:56 AM | 6:45 PM | 13h 49m |
| 2021 | 5:56 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 49m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Zhetysu Region today?
In Zhetysu Region, the sun rises at exactly 4:56 AM and sets at 6:46 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 50m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Zhetysu Region today?
Today, morning golden hour in Zhetysu Region runs from N/A to 5:36 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:06 PM and lasts until 6:43 PM.
Why does sunrise in Zhetysu Region shift every day?
At Zhetysu Region's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 89.95° (E). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 3 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Zhetysu Region at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:51 AM when the sun reaches 17.39. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Zhetysu Region, typical of its Summer season.
Has the sunrise time in Zhetysu Region 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 4:56 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:56 AM.