Today in Ambositra, Madagascar, the sun rises at 6:28 AM and sets at 5:23 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 54m 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, Ambositra is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Ambositra
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Ambositra runs from N/A to 7:01 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:51 PM and lasts until 5:23 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Ambositra's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Ambositra falls exactly at 11:56 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 27.52 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Ambositra, typical of its Winter season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Ambositra?
At Ambositra's latitude of -20.53°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 491.56° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Ambositra are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -20.53, 47.245. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Ambositra (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 Ambositra versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:28 AM | 5:23 PM | 10h 54m |
| 2025 | 6:28 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 55m |
| 2021 | 6:28 AM | 5:24 PM | 10h 55m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Ambositra today?
In Ambositra, the sun rises at exactly 6:28 AM and sets at 5:23 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 54m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Ambositra today?
Today, morning golden hour in Ambositra runs from N/A to 7:01 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:51 PM and lasts until 5:21 PM.
Why does sunrise in Ambositra shift every day?
At Ambositra's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 491.56° (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 Ambositra at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:56 AM when the sun reaches 27.52. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Ambositra, typical of its Winter season.
Has the sunrise time in Ambositra 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 6:28 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:28 AM.