Sunrise and Sunset Times in Pretoria, Gauteng
Today's Sun Data
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 5:09 AM |
| Solar Noon | 11:55 AM |
| Sunset | 6:40 PM |
| Morning Golden Hour | 5:09 AM - 5:42 AM |
| Evening Golden Hour | 6:08 PM - 6:40 PM |
| Civil Dawn | 4:44 AM |
| Civil Dusk | 7:06 PM |
| Nautical Dawn | 4:14 AM |
| Nautical Dusk | 7:36 PM |
| Astronomical Dawn | 3:42 AM |
| Astronomical Dusk | 8:07 PM |
| Day Length | 13h 31m |
Data updated daily.
Sunrise in 4h 43m
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About Sun Times in Pretoria
Pretoria, Gauteng experiences varying sunrise and sunset times throughout the year due to its location at latitude -25.7479° and longitude 28.2293°. Today, the sun rises at 5:09 AM and sets at 6:40 PM, providing 13 hours and 31 minutes of daylight.
The golden hour, ideal for photography and outdoor activities, occurs in two periods today: morning from 5:09 AM to 5:42 AM, and evening from 6:08 PM to 6:40 PM. During these periods, the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting conditions. Civil twilight begins at 4:44 AM and ends at 7:06 PM, offering enough natural light for most activities without artificial lighting.
Understanding these sun times helps residents and visitors plan their day, whether for outdoor recreation, photography, or simply knowing when to expect daylight. The times change daily as the Earth orbits the sun, with longer days in summer and shorter days in winter.