Today in Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique, the sun rises at 5:42 AM and sets at 5:04 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 22m 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, Cabo Delgado Province is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Cabo Delgado Province
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Cabo Delgado Province runs from N/A to 6:12 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:34 PM and lasts until 5:04 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Cabo Delgado Province's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Cabo Delgado Province falls exactly at 11:23 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 37.36 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Cabo Delgado Province today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Cabo Delgado Province?
At Cabo Delgado Province's latitude of -12.9739°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 492.69° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Cabo Delgado Province are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -12.9739, 40.5178. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Cabo Delgado Province (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 Cabo Delgado Province versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:42 AM | 5:04 PM | 11h 22m |
| 2025 | 5:42 AM | 5:04 PM | 11h 22m |
| 2021 | 5:42 AM | 5:04 PM | 11h 22m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Cabo Delgado Province today?
In Cabo Delgado Province, the sun rises at exactly 5:42 AM and sets at 5:04 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 22m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Cabo Delgado Province today?
Today, morning golden hour in Cabo Delgado Province runs from N/A to 6:12 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:34 PM and lasts until 5:02 PM.
Why does sunrise in Cabo Delgado Province shift every day?
At Cabo Delgado Province's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 492.69° (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 Cabo Delgado Province at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:23 AM when the sun reaches 37.36. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Cabo Delgado Province today.
Has the sunrise time in Cabo Delgado Province 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 5:42 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:42 AM.