Today in Mahikeng, South Africa, the sun rises at 7:05 AM and sets at 5:40 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, Mahikeng is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mahikeng
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mahikeng runs from N/A to 7:39 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:06 PM and lasts until 5:40 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Mahikeng sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mahikeng falls exactly at 12:23 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 36.09 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 Mahikeng today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mahikeng?
At Mahikeng's latitude of -25.863611°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 511.88° (SSE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mahikeng are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -25.863611, 25.658611. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mahikeng (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 Mahikeng versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:05 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 34m |
| 2025 | 7:05 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 35m |
| 2021 | 7:05 AM | 5:40 PM | 10h 35m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mahikeng today?
In Mahikeng, the sun rises at exactly 7:05 AM and sets at 5:40 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 34m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mahikeng today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mahikeng runs from N/A to 7:39 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:06 PM and lasts until 5:38 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mahikeng shift every day?
At Mahikeng's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 511.88° (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 Mahikeng at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:23 PM when the sun reaches 36.09. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Mahikeng today.
Has the sunrise time in Mahikeng 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 7:05 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:05 AM.