Today in Inhambane, Mozambique, the sun rises at 6:22 AM and sets at 5:04 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 41m 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, Inhambane is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Inhambane
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Inhambane runs from N/A to 6:56 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:31 PM and lasts until 5:04 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Inhambane sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Inhambane falls exactly at 11:43 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.63 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 Inhambane today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Inhambane?
At Inhambane's latitude of -23.865°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 502.03° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Inhambane are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -23.865, 35.3833. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Inhambane (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 Inhambane versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:22 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 41m |
| 2025 | 6:22 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 41m |
| 2021 | 6:22 AM | 5:04 PM | 10h 41m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Inhambane today?
In Inhambane, the sun rises at exactly 6:22 AM and sets at 5:04 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 41m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Inhambane today?
Today, morning golden hour in Inhambane runs from N/A to 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:31 PM and lasts until 5:02 PM.
Why does sunrise in Inhambane shift every day?
At Inhambane's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 502.03° (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 Inhambane at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:43 AM when the sun reaches 32.63. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Inhambane today.
Has the sunrise time in Inhambane 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 6:22 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:22 AM.