Today in M'banza-Kongo, Angola, the sun rises at 6:15 AM and sets at 6:01 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 46m of daylight. That is 1 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, M'banza-Kongo is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in M'banza-Kongo
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in M'banza-Kongo runs from N/A to 6:45 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:31 PM and lasts until 6:01 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, M'banza-Kongo's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in M'banza-Kongo falls exactly at 12:08 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 58.16 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of M'banza-Kongo in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in M'banza-Kongo?
At M'banza-Kongo's latitude of -6.267°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 516.72° (SSE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for M'banza-Kongo are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -6.267, 14.24. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in M'banza-Kongo (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 M'banza-Kongo versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:15 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 46m |
| 2025 | 6:15 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 46m |
| 2021 | 6:15 AM | 6:01 PM | 11h 46m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in M'banza-Kongo today?
In M'banza-Kongo, the sun rises at exactly 6:15 AM and sets at 6:01 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 46m of daylight.
When is golden hour in M'banza-Kongo today?
Today, morning golden hour in M'banza-Kongo runs from N/A to 6:45 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:31 PM and lasts until 5:59 PM.
Why does sunrise in M'banza-Kongo shift every day?
At M'banza-Kongo's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 516.72° (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 M'banza-Kongo at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:08 PM when the sun reaches 58.16. This produces very high UV, typical of M'banza-Kongo in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in M'banza-Kongo 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 6:15 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:15 AM.