Today in Windhoek, Namibia, the sun rises at 7:33 AM and sets at 6:20 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 47m of daylight. That is 1 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Windhoek is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Windhoek
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Windhoek runs from N/A to 8:06 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:47 PM and lasts until 6:20 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Windhoek's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Windhoek falls exactly at 12:57 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 41.99 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 Windhoek today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Windhoek?
At Windhoek's latitude of -22.5609°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 520.15° (SSE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Windhoek are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -22.5609, 17.0658. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Windhoek (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 Windhoek versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:33 AM | 6:20 PM | 10h 47m |
| 2025 | 7:33 AM | 6:20 PM | 10h 47m |
| 2021 | 7:33 AM | 6:20 PM | 10h 47m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Windhoek today?
In Windhoek, the sun rises at exactly 7:33 AM and sets at 6:20 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 47m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Windhoek today?
Today, morning golden hour in Windhoek runs from N/A to 8:06 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:47 PM and lasts until 6:18 PM.
Why does sunrise in Windhoek shift every day?
At Windhoek's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 520.15° (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 Windhoek at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:57 PM when the sun reaches 41.99. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Windhoek today.
Has the sunrise time in Windhoek 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 7:33 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:33 AM.