Today in Richards Bay, South Africa, the sun rises at 6:19 AM and sets at 5:33 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 13m of daylight. That is 2 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Richards Bay is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Richards Bay
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Richards Bay runs from N/A to 6:52 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:00 PM and lasts until 5:33 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Richards Bay sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Richards Bay falls exactly at 11:56 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 39.18 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 Richards Bay today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Richards Bay?
At Richards Bay's latitude of -28.7707857°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 139.26° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Richards Bay are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -28.7707857, 32.0577775. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Richards Bay (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 Richards Bay versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:19 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 13m |
| 2025 | 6:19 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 13m |
| 2021 | 6:19 AM | 5:33 PM | 11h 13m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Richards Bay today?
In Richards Bay, the sun rises at exactly 6:19 AM and sets at 5:33 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 13m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Richards Bay today?
Today, morning golden hour in Richards Bay runs from N/A to 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:00 PM and lasts until 5:30 PM.
Why does sunrise in Richards Bay shift every day?
At Richards Bay's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 139.26° (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 Richards Bay at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:56 AM when the sun reaches 39.18. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Richards Bay today.
Has the sunrise time in Richards Bay 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 6:19 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:19 AM.