Today in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, the sun rises at 6:24 AM and sets at 5:38 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 13m of daylight. That is 1 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 122 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 6:56 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:05 PM and lasts until 5:38 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 12:01 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 40.04 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 140.32° (SE). 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 | 6:24 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 13m |
| 2025 | 6:23 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 14m |
| 2021 | 6:23 AM | 5:38 PM | 11h 14m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in KwaZulu-Natal today?
In KwaZulu-Natal, the sun rises at exactly 6:24 AM and sets at 5:38 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 13m of daylight.
When is golden hour in KwaZulu-Natal today?
Today, morning golden hour in KwaZulu-Natal runs from N/A to 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:05 PM and lasts until 5:35 PM.
Why does sunrise in KwaZulu-Natal shift every day?
At KwaZulu-Natal's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 140.32° (SE). 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 12:01 PM when the sun reaches 40.04. 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 6:23 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:23 AM.