Today in Zongo, DR Congo, the sun rises at 5:40 AM and sets at 6:02 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 21m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Zongo is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Zongo
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Zongo runs from N/A to 6:09 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:32 PM and lasts until 6:02 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Zongo's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Zongo falls exactly at 11:51 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 64.94 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Zongo in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Zongo?
At Zongo's latitude of 4.3428°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 499.34° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Zongo are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 4.3428, 18.5906. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Zongo (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 Zongo versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:40 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 21m |
| 2025 | 5:40 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 21m |
| 2021 | 5:40 AM | 6:02 PM | 12h 21m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Zongo today?
In Zongo, the sun rises at exactly 5:40 AM and sets at 6:02 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 21m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Zongo today?
Today, morning golden hour in Zongo runs from N/A to 6:09 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:32 PM and lasts until 5:59 PM.
Why does sunrise in Zongo shift every day?
At Zongo's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 499.34° (SE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Zongo at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:51 AM when the sun reaches 64.94. This produces very high UV, typical of Zongo in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Zongo 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 5:40 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:40 AM.