Today in Khiva, Uzbekistan, the sun rises at 5:33 AM and sets at 8:35 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 2m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Khiva is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Khiva
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Khiva runs from N/A to 6:14 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:54 PM and lasts until 8:35 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Khiva sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Khiva falls exactly at 1:04 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 37.59 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 Khiva today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Khiva?
At Khiva's latitude of 41.3775101°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 448.17° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Khiva are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 41.3775101, 60.3634553. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Khiva (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 Khiva versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:33 AM | 8:35 PM | 15h 2m |
| 2025 | 5:33 AM | 8:35 PM | 15h 2m |
| 2021 | 5:33 AM | 8:35 PM | 15h 2m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Khiva today?
In Khiva, the sun rises at exactly 5:33 AM and sets at 8:35 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 2m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Khiva today?
Today, morning golden hour in Khiva runs from N/A to 6:14 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:54 PM and lasts until 8:32 PM.
Why does sunrise in Khiva shift every day?
At Khiva's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 448.17° (E). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Khiva at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:04 PM when the sun reaches 37.59. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Khiva today.
Has the sunrise time in Khiva 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 5:33 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:33 AM.