Today in Icolo e Bengo Province, Angola, the sun rises at 6:22 AM and sets at 6:00 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 37m 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, Icolo e Bengo Province is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Icolo e Bengo Province
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Icolo e Bengo Province runs from N/A to 6:53 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:30 PM and lasts until 6:00 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Icolo e Bengo Province's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Icolo e Bengo Province falls exactly at 12:11 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 56.13 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Icolo e Bengo Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Icolo e Bengo Province?
At Icolo e Bengo Province's latitude of -8.7667°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 519.40° (SSE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Icolo e Bengo Province are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -8.7667, 13.45. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Icolo e Bengo Province (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 Icolo e Bengo Province versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:22 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 37m |
| 2025 | 6:22 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 37m |
| 2021 | 6:22 AM | 6:00 PM | 11h 37m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Icolo e Bengo Province today?
In Icolo e Bengo Province, the sun rises at exactly 6:22 AM and sets at 6:00 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 37m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Icolo e Bengo Province today?
Today, morning golden hour in Icolo e Bengo Province runs from N/A to 6:53 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:30 PM and lasts until 5:58 PM.
Why does sunrise in Icolo e Bengo Province shift every day?
At Icolo e Bengo Province's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 519.40° (SSE). 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 Icolo e Bengo Province at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:11 PM when the sun reaches 56.13. This produces very high UV, typical of Icolo e Bengo Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Icolo e Bengo Province 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 6:22 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:22 AM.