Today in Maputo Province, Mozambique, the sun rises at 6:38 AM and sets at 5:11 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 33m of daylight. That is 1 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Maputo Province is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Maputo Province
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Maputo Province runs from N/A to 7:12 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:37 PM and lasts until 5:11 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Maputo Province sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Maputo Province falls exactly at 11:55 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.44 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 Maputo Province today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Maputo Province?
At Maputo Province's latitude of -25.9667°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 505.31° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Maputo Province are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -25.9667, 32.5833. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Maputo 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 Maputo Province versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:38 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 33m |
| 2025 | 6:38 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 33m |
| 2021 | 6:38 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 33m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Maputo Province today?
In Maputo Province, the sun rises at exactly 6:38 AM and sets at 5:11 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 33m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Maputo Province today?
Today, morning golden hour in Maputo Province runs from N/A to 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:37 PM and lasts until 5:09 PM.
Why does sunrise in Maputo Province shift every day?
At Maputo Province's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 505.31° (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 Maputo Province at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:55 AM when the sun reaches 32.44. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Maputo Province today.
Has the sunrise time in Maputo 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 6:38 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:38 AM.