Today in Mwene-Ditu, DR Congo, the sun rises at 6:39 AM and sets at 6:23 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 43m 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, Mwene-Ditu is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mwene-Ditu
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mwene-Ditu runs from N/A to 7:09 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:53 PM and lasts until 6:23 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Mwene-Ditu's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mwene-Ditu falls exactly at 12:31 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 53.00 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Mwene-Ditu in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mwene-Ditu?
At Mwene-Ditu's latitude of -7°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 504.51° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mwene-Ditu are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -7, 23.45. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mwene-Ditu (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 Mwene-Ditu versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:39 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 43m |
| 2025 | 6:39 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 43m |
| 2021 | 6:39 AM | 6:23 PM | 11h 43m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mwene-Ditu today?
In Mwene-Ditu, the sun rises at exactly 6:39 AM and sets at 6:23 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 43m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mwene-Ditu today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mwene-Ditu runs from N/A to 7:09 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:53 PM and lasts until 6:21 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mwene-Ditu shift every day?
At Mwene-Ditu's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 504.51° (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 Mwene-Ditu at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:31 PM when the sun reaches 53.00. This produces very high UV, typical of Mwene-Ditu in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Mwene-Ditu 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 6:39 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:39 AM.