Today in North West, South Africa, the sun rises at 6:42 AM and sets at 6:01 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 18m 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, North West is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in North West
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in North West runs from N/A to 7:14 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:30 PM and lasts until 6:01 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. North West sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in North West falls exactly at 12:22 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.75 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 North West today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in North West?
At North West's latitude of -26.1347819°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 144.78° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for North West are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -26.1347819, 25.6546729. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in North West (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 North West versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:42 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 18m |
| 2025 | 6:42 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 19m |
| 2021 | 6:42 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 19m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in North West today?
In North West, the sun rises at exactly 6:42 AM and sets at 6:01 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 18m of daylight.
When is golden hour in North West today?
Today, morning golden hour in North West runs from N/A to 7:14 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:30 PM and lasts until 5:59 PM.
Why does sunrise in North West shift every day?
At North West's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 144.78° (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 North West at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:22 PM when the sun reaches 44.75. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in North West today.
Has the sunrise time in North West 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 6:42 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:42 AM.