Today in Mbuji-Mayi, DR Congo, the sun rises at 6:37 AM and sets at 6:24 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 46m 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, Mbuji-Mayi is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mbuji-Mayi
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mbuji-Mayi runs from N/A to 7:07 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:54 PM and lasts until 6:24 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Mbuji-Mayi's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mbuji-Mayi falls exactly at 12:31 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 53.62 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Mbuji-Mayi in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mbuji-Mayi?
At Mbuji-Mayi's latitude of -6.136°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 503.66° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mbuji-Mayi are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -6.136, 23.5898. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mbuji-Mayi (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 Mbuji-Mayi versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:37 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 46m |
| 2025 | 6:37 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 46m |
| 2021 | 6:37 AM | 6:24 PM | 11h 46m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mbuji-Mayi today?
In Mbuji-Mayi, the sun rises at exactly 6:37 AM and sets at 6:24 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 46m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mbuji-Mayi today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mbuji-Mayi runs from N/A to 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:54 PM and lasts until 6:22 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mbuji-Mayi shift every day?
At Mbuji-Mayi's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 503.66° (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 Mbuji-Mayi at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:31 PM when the sun reaches 53.62. This produces very high UV, typical of Mbuji-Mayi in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Mbuji-Mayi 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 6:37 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:37 AM.