Today in West Kordofan State, Sudan, the sun rises at 5:48 AM and sets at 6:35 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 47m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, West Kordofan State is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in West Kordofan State
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in West Kordofan State runs from N/A to 6:18 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:05 PM and lasts until 6:35 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, West Kordofan State's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in West Kordofan State falls exactly at 12:12 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 61.82 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of West Kordofan State in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in West Kordofan State?
At West Kordofan State's latitude of 11.7333°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 476.97° (ESE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for West Kordofan State are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 11.7333, 28.35. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in West Kordofan State (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 West Kordofan State versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:48 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 47m |
| 2025 | 5:48 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 47m |
| 2021 | 5:48 AM | 6:35 PM | 12h 47m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in West Kordofan State today?
In West Kordofan State, the sun rises at exactly 5:48 AM and sets at 6:35 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 47m of daylight.
When is golden hour in West Kordofan State today?
Today, morning golden hour in West Kordofan State runs from N/A to 6:18 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:05 PM and lasts until 6:33 PM.
Why does sunrise in West Kordofan State shift every day?
At West Kordofan State's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 476.97° (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 West Kordofan State at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:12 PM when the sun reaches 61.82. This produces very high UV, typical of West Kordofan State in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in West Kordofan State 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 5:48 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:48 AM.