Today in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, the sun rises at 6:50 AM and sets at 5:14 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 23m 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, KwaZulu-Natal is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in KwaZulu-Natal
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in KwaZulu-Natal runs from N/A to 7:25 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:39 PM and lasts until 5:14 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. KwaZulu-Natal sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in KwaZulu-Natal falls exactly at 12:02 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 31.47 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 KwaZulu-Natal today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in KwaZulu-Natal?
At KwaZulu-Natal's latitude of -28.503833°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 507.68° (SSE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for KwaZulu-Natal are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -28.503833, 30.8875009. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in KwaZulu-Natal (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 KwaZulu-Natal versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:50 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 23m |
| 2025 | 6:50 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 23m |
| 2021 | 6:50 AM | 5:14 PM | 10h 24m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in KwaZulu-Natal today?
In KwaZulu-Natal, the sun rises at exactly 6:50 AM and sets at 5:14 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 23m of daylight.
When is golden hour in KwaZulu-Natal today?
Today, morning golden hour in KwaZulu-Natal runs from N/A to 7:25 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:39 PM and lasts until 5:11 PM.
Why does sunrise in KwaZulu-Natal shift every day?
At KwaZulu-Natal's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 507.68° (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 KwaZulu-Natal at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:02 PM when the sun reaches 31.47. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in KwaZulu-Natal today.
Has the sunrise time in KwaZulu-Natal 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 6:50 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:50 AM.