Today in Karachi, Pakistan, the sun rises at 5:49 AM and sets at 7:26 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 36m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 166 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Karachi is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Karachi
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Karachi runs from N/A to 6:22 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:53 PM and lasts until 7:26 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Karachi sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Karachi falls exactly at 12:38 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 30.39 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 Karachi today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Karachi?
At Karachi's latitude of 24.8546842°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 462.54° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Karachi are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 24.8546842, 67.0207055. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Karachi (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 Karachi versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:49 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 36m |
| 2025 | 5:49 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 36m |
| 2021 | 5:49 AM | 7:26 PM | 13h 36m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Karachi today?
In Karachi, the sun rises at exactly 5:49 AM and sets at 7:26 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 36m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Karachi today?
Today, morning golden hour in Karachi runs from N/A to 6:22 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:53 PM and lasts until 7:23 PM.
Why does sunrise in Karachi shift every day?
At Karachi's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 462.54° (ESE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Karachi at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:38 PM when the sun reaches 30.39. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Karachi today.
Has the sunrise time in Karachi 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 5:49 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:49 AM.