Today in Haut-Katanga Province, DR Congo, the sun rises at 6:31 AM and sets at 5:59 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 27m 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, Haut-Katanga Province is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Haut-Katanga Province
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Haut-Katanga Province runs from N/A to 7:02 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:28 PM and lasts until 5:59 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Haut-Katanga Province's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Haut-Katanga Province falls exactly at 12:15 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 46.86 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Haut-Katanga Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Haut-Katanga Province?
At Haut-Katanga Province's latitude of -11.6876°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 503.29° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Haut-Katanga Province are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -11.6876, 27.5026. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Haut-Katanga 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 Haut-Katanga Province versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:31 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 27m |
| 2025 | 6:31 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 27m |
| 2021 | 6:31 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 27m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Haut-Katanga Province today?
In Haut-Katanga Province, the sun rises at exactly 6:31 AM and sets at 5:59 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 27m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Haut-Katanga Province today?
Today, morning golden hour in Haut-Katanga Province runs from N/A to 7:02 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:28 PM and lasts until 5:56 PM.
Why does sunrise in Haut-Katanga Province shift every day?
At Haut-Katanga Province's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 503.29° (SE). 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 Haut-Katanga Province at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:15 PM when the sun reaches 46.86. This produces very high UV, typical of Haut-Katanga Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Haut-Katanga 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 6:31 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:31 AM.