Today in Arandis, Namibia, the sun rises at 7:41 AM and sets at 6:29 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 47m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Arandis is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Arandis
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Arandis runs from N/A to 8:14 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:56 PM and lasts until 6:29 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Arandis's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Arandis falls exactly at 1:05 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 42.74 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 Arandis today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Arandis?
At Arandis's latitude of -22.4167°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 522.58° (SSE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Arandis are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -22.4167, 14.9667. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Arandis (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 Arandis versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:41 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 47m |
| 2025 | 7:41 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 47m |
| 2021 | 7:41 AM | 6:29 PM | 10h 47m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Arandis today?
In Arandis, the sun rises at exactly 7:41 AM and sets at 6:29 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 47m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Arandis today?
Today, morning golden hour in Arandis runs from N/A to 8:14 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:56 PM and lasts until 6:26 PM.
Why does sunrise in Arandis shift every day?
At Arandis's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 522.58° (SSE). 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 Arandis at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:05 PM when the sun reaches 42.74. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Arandis today.
Has the sunrise time in Arandis 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 7:41 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:41 AM.