Today in Kasaï-Central Province, DR Congo, the sun rises at 6:42 AM and sets at 6:29 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 47m 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, Kasaï-Central Province is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kasaï-Central Province
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kasaï-Central Province runs from N/A to 7:12 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:59 PM and lasts until 6:29 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Kasaï-Central Province's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kasaï-Central Province falls exactly at 12:35 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 54.50 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Kasaï-Central Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kasaï-Central Province?
At Kasaï-Central Province's latitude of -5.8962°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 504.89° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kasaï-Central Province are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -5.8962, 22.4166. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kasaï-Central 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 Kasaï-Central Province versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:42 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 47m |
| 2025 | 6:42 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 47m |
| 2021 | 6:42 AM | 6:29 PM | 11h 47m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kasaï-Central Province today?
In Kasaï-Central Province, the sun rises at exactly 6:42 AM and sets at 6:29 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 47m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kasaï-Central Province today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kasaï-Central Province runs from N/A to 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:59 PM and lasts until 6:27 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kasaï-Central Province shift every day?
At Kasaï-Central Province's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 504.89° (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 Kasaï-Central Province at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:35 PM when the sun reaches 54.50. This produces very high UV, typical of Kasaï-Central Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Kasaï-Central 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 6:42 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:42 AM.