Today in Benishangul-Gumuz, Ethiopia, the sun rises at 6:30 AM and sets at 6:55 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 25m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Benishangul-Gumuz is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Benishangul-Gumuz
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Benishangul-Gumuz runs from N/A to 6:58 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:26 PM and lasts until 6:55 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Benishangul-Gumuz's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Benishangul-Gumuz falls exactly at 12:42 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 56.02 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Benishangul-Gumuz in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Benishangul-Gumuz?
At Benishangul-Gumuz's latitude of 10.3778251°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 96.41° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Benishangul-Gumuz are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 10.3778251, 35.5084442. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Benishangul-Gumuz (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 Benishangul-Gumuz versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:30 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 25m |
| 2025 | 6:30 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 24m |
| 2021 | 6:30 AM | 6:55 PM | 12h 24m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Benishangul-Gumuz today?
In Benishangul-Gumuz, the sun rises at exactly 6:30 AM and sets at 6:55 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 25m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Benishangul-Gumuz today?
Today, morning golden hour in Benishangul-Gumuz runs from N/A to 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:26 PM and lasts until 6:53 PM.
Why does sunrise in Benishangul-Gumuz shift every day?
At Benishangul-Gumuz's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 96.41° (E). 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 Benishangul-Gumuz at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:42 PM when the sun reaches 56.02. This produces very high UV, typical of Benishangul-Gumuz in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Benishangul-Gumuz 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 6:30 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:30 AM.