Today in Omaruru, Namibia, the sun rises at 7:35 AM and sets at 6:27 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 51m 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, Omaruru is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Omaruru
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Omaruru runs from N/A to 8:08 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:54 PM and lasts until 6:27 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Omaruru's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Omaruru falls exactly at 1:01 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.40 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 Omaruru today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Omaruru?
At Omaruru's latitude of -21.4333°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 521.14° (SSE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Omaruru are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -21.4333, 15.9333. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Omaruru (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 Omaruru versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:35 AM | 6:27 PM | 10h 51m |
| 2025 | 7:35 AM | 6:27 PM | 10h 51m |
| 2021 | 7:35 AM | 6:27 PM | 10h 51m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Omaruru today?
In Omaruru, the sun rises at exactly 7:35 AM and sets at 6:27 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 51m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Omaruru today?
Today, morning golden hour in Omaruru runs from N/A to 8:08 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:54 PM and lasts until 6:24 PM.
Why does sunrise in Omaruru shift every day?
At Omaruru's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 521.14° (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 Omaruru at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:01 PM when the sun reaches 43.40. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Omaruru today.
Has the sunrise time in Omaruru 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 7:35 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:35 AM.