Today in Antananarivo Avaradrano, Madagascar, the sun rises at 6:24 AM and sets at 5:25 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 1m 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, Antananarivo Avaradrano is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Antananarivo Avaradrano
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Antananarivo Avaradrano runs from N/A to 6:56 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:54 PM and lasts until 5:25 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Antananarivo Avaradrano's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Antananarivo Avaradrano falls exactly at 11:55 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 28.40 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Antananarivo Avaradrano, typical of its Winter season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Antananarivo Avaradrano?
At Antananarivo Avaradrano's latitude of -18.85°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 490.68° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Antananarivo Avaradrano are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -18.85, 47.55. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Antananarivo Avaradrano (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 Antananarivo Avaradrano versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:24 AM | 5:25 PM | 11h 1m |
| 2025 | 6:24 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 1m |
| 2021 | 6:24 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 1m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Antananarivo Avaradrano today?
In Antananarivo Avaradrano, the sun rises at exactly 6:24 AM and sets at 5:25 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 1m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Antananarivo Avaradrano today?
Today, morning golden hour in Antananarivo Avaradrano runs from N/A to 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:54 PM and lasts until 5:23 PM.
Why does sunrise in Antananarivo Avaradrano shift every day?
At Antananarivo Avaradrano's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 490.68° (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 Antananarivo Avaradrano at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:55 AM when the sun reaches 28.40. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Antananarivo Avaradrano, typical of its Winter season.
Has the sunrise time in Antananarivo Avaradrano 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 6:24 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:24 AM.