Today in Rustenburg, South Africa, the sun rises at 5:51 AM and sets at 6:12 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 20m of daylight. That is 1 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 80 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Rustenburg is currently in its Spring season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Rustenburg
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Rustenburg runs from N/A to 6:21 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:41 PM and lasts until 6:12 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Rustenburg sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Rustenburg falls exactly at 12:01 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 53.83 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Rustenburg in Spring. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Rustenburg?
At Rustenburg's latitude of -25.665655°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 122.83° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Rustenburg are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -25.665655, 27.241448. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Rustenburg (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 Rustenburg versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:51 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 20m |
| 2025 | 5:51 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 21m |
| 2021 | 5:50 AM | 6:12 PM | 12h 21m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Rustenburg today?
In Rustenburg, the sun rises at exactly 5:51 AM and sets at 6:12 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 20m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Rustenburg today?
Today, morning golden hour in Rustenburg runs from N/A to 6:21 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:41 PM and lasts until 6:09 PM.
Why does sunrise in Rustenburg shift every day?
At Rustenburg's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 122.83° (ESE). 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 Rustenburg at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:01 PM when the sun reaches 53.83. This produces very high UV, typical of Rustenburg in Spring. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Rustenburg 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 5:51 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:50 AM.