Today in Mai-Ndombe Province, DR Congo, the sun rises at 5:52 AM and sets at 5:52 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 0m 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, Mai-Ndombe Province is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mai-Ndombe Province
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mai-Ndombe Province runs from N/A to 6:21 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:23 PM and lasts until 5:52 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Mai-Ndombe Province's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mai-Ndombe Province falls exactly at 11:52 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 60.08 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Mai-Ndombe Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mai-Ndombe Province?
At Mai-Ndombe Province's latitude of -1.95°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 507.09° (SSE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mai-Ndombe Province are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -1.95, 18.2667. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mai-Ndombe 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 Mai-Ndombe Province versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:52 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 0m |
| 2025 | 5:52 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 0m |
| 2021 | 5:52 AM | 5:52 PM | 12h 0m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mai-Ndombe Province today?
In Mai-Ndombe Province, the sun rises at exactly 5:52 AM and sets at 5:52 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 0m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mai-Ndombe Province today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mai-Ndombe Province runs from N/A to 6:21 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:23 PM and lasts until 5:50 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mai-Ndombe Province shift every day?
At Mai-Ndombe Province's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 507.09° (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 Mai-Ndombe Province at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:52 AM when the sun reaches 60.08. This produces very high UV, typical of Mai-Ndombe Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Mai-Ndombe 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 5:52 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:52 AM.