Today in Haute Matsiatra Region, Madagascar, the sun rises at 6:31 AM and sets at 5:22 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 51m 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, Haute Matsiatra Region is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Haute Matsiatra Region
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Haute Matsiatra Region runs from N/A to 7:04 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:50 PM and lasts until 5:22 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Haute Matsiatra Region's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Haute Matsiatra Region falls exactly at 11:57 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 27.01 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Haute Matsiatra Region, typical of its Winter season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Haute Matsiatra Region?
At Haute Matsiatra Region's latitude of -21.4536°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 492.02° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Haute Matsiatra Region are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -21.4536, 47.0858. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Haute Matsiatra Region (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 Haute Matsiatra Region versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:31 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 51m |
| 2025 | 6:31 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 51m |
| 2021 | 6:31 AM | 5:22 PM | 10h 51m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Haute Matsiatra Region today?
In Haute Matsiatra Region, the sun rises at exactly 6:31 AM and sets at 5:22 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 51m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Haute Matsiatra Region today?
Today, morning golden hour in Haute Matsiatra Region runs from N/A to 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:50 PM and lasts until 5:20 PM.
Why does sunrise in Haute Matsiatra Region shift every day?
At Haute Matsiatra Region's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 492.02° (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 Haute Matsiatra Region at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:57 AM when the sun reaches 27.01. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Haute Matsiatra Region, typical of its Winter season.
Has the sunrise time in Haute Matsiatra Region 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 6:31 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:31 AM.