Today in Gauteng, South Africa, the sun rises at 6:56 AM and sets at 5:30 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 34m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Gauteng is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Gauteng
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Gauteng runs from N/A to 7:30 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:56 PM and lasts until 5:30 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Gauteng sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Gauteng falls exactly at 12:13 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 34.96 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 Gauteng today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Gauteng?
At Gauteng's latitude of -25.9363439°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 509.49° (SSE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Gauteng are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -25.9363439, 28.0813105. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Gauteng (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 Gauteng versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:56 AM | 5:30 PM | 10h 34m |
| 2025 | 6:56 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 34m |
| 2021 | 6:56 AM | 5:31 PM | 10h 34m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Gauteng today?
In Gauteng, the sun rises at exactly 6:56 AM and sets at 5:30 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 34m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Gauteng today?
Today, morning golden hour in Gauteng runs from N/A to 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:56 PM and lasts until 5:28 PM.
Why does sunrise in Gauteng shift every day?
At Gauteng's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 509.49° (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 Gauteng at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:13 PM when the sun reaches 34.96. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Gauteng today.
Has the sunrise time in Gauteng 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 6:56 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:56 AM.