Today in Henties Bay, Namibia, the sun rises at 7:43 AM and sets at 6:32 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 48m 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, Henties Bay is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Henties Bay
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Henties Bay runs from N/A to 8:16 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:59 PM and lasts until 6:32 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Henties Bay's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Henties Bay falls exactly at 1:08 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.22 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 Henties Bay today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Henties Bay?
At Henties Bay's latitude of -22.1167°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 523.32° (SSE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Henties Bay are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -22.1167, 14.2833. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Henties Bay (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 Henties Bay versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:43 AM | 6:32 PM | 10h 48m |
| 2025 | 7:43 AM | 6:32 PM | 10h 48m |
| 2021 | 7:43 AM | 6:32 PM | 10h 48m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Henties Bay today?
In Henties Bay, the sun rises at exactly 7:43 AM and sets at 6:32 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 48m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Henties Bay today?
Today, morning golden hour in Henties Bay runs from N/A to 8:16 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:59 PM and lasts until 6:30 PM.
Why does sunrise in Henties Bay shift every day?
At Henties Bay's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 523.32° (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 Henties Bay at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:08 PM when the sun reaches 43.22. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Henties Bay today.
Has the sunrise time in Henties Bay 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 7:43 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:43 AM.