Today in Soanierana Ivongo, Madagascar, the sun rises at 6:12 AM and sets at 5:21 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 8m 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, Soanierana Ivongo is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Soanierana Ivongo
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Soanierana Ivongo runs from N/A to 6:44 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:49 PM and lasts until 5:21 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Soanierana Ivongo's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Soanierana Ivongo falls exactly at 11:47 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 28.15 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Soanierana Ivongo, typical of its Winter season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Soanierana Ivongo?
At Soanierana Ivongo's latitude of -16.9167°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 488.59° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Soanierana Ivongo are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -16.9167, 49.5833. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Soanierana Ivongo (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 Soanierana Ivongo versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:12 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 8m |
| 2025 | 6:12 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 8m |
| 2021 | 6:12 AM | 5:21 PM | 11h 8m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Soanierana Ivongo today?
In Soanierana Ivongo, the sun rises at exactly 6:12 AM and sets at 5:21 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 8m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Soanierana Ivongo today?
Today, morning golden hour in Soanierana Ivongo runs from N/A to 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:49 PM and lasts until 5:18 PM.
Why does sunrise in Soanierana Ivongo shift every day?
At Soanierana Ivongo's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 488.59° (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 Soanierana Ivongo at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:47 AM when the sun reaches 28.15. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Soanierana Ivongo, typical of its Winter season.
Has the sunrise time in Soanierana Ivongo 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 6:12 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:12 AM.