Today in Chibuto, Mozambique, the sun rises at 6:32 AM and sets at 5:10 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 38m 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, Chibuto is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Chibuto
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Chibuto runs from N/A to 7:05 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:36 PM and lasts until 5:10 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Chibuto sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Chibuto falls exactly at 11:51 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.99 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 Chibuto today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Chibuto?
At Chibuto's latitude of -24.6867°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 503.98° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Chibuto are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -24.6867, 33.5306. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Chibuto (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 Chibuto versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:32 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 38m |
| 2025 | 6:32 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 38m |
| 2021 | 6:32 AM | 5:10 PM | 10h 38m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Chibuto today?
In Chibuto, the sun rises at exactly 6:32 AM and sets at 5:10 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 38m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Chibuto today?
Today, morning golden hour in Chibuto runs from N/A to 7:05 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:36 PM and lasts until 5:08 PM.
Why does sunrise in Chibuto shift every day?
At Chibuto's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 503.98° (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 Chibuto at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:51 AM when the sun reaches 32.99. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Chibuto today.
Has the sunrise time in Chibuto 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 6:32 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:32 AM.