Today in Bolívar Province, Ecuador, the sun rises at 6:16 AM and sets at 6:21 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 4m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 115 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Bolívar Province is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Bolívar Province
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Bolívar Province runs from N/A to 6:44 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:53 PM and lasts until 6:21 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Bolívar Province's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Bolívar Province falls exactly at 12:18 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 10.13 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Bolívar Province, typical of its Winter season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Bolívar Province?
At Bolívar Province's latitude of -1.55°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 259.79° (W). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Bolívar Province are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -1.55, -79.0333. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Bolívar 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 Bolívar Province versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:16 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 4m |
| 2025 | 6:16 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 4m |
| 2021 | 6:16 AM | 6:21 PM | 12h 4m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Bolívar Province today?
In Bolívar Province, the sun rises at exactly 6:16 AM and sets at 6:21 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 4m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Bolívar Province today?
Today, morning golden hour in Bolívar Province runs from N/A to 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:53 PM and lasts until 6:19 PM.
Why does sunrise in Bolívar Province shift every day?
At Bolívar Province's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 259.79° (W). 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 Bolívar Province at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:18 PM when the sun reaches 10.13. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Bolívar Province, typical of its Winter season.
Has the sunrise time in Bolívar 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 6:16 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:16 AM.