Today in Marracuene, Mozambique, the sun rises at 6:37 AM and sets at 5:11 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 34m 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, Marracuene is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Marracuene
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Marracuene runs from N/A to 7:11 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. Marracuene sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Marracuene falls exactly at 11:54 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.59 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 Marracuene today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Marracuene?
At Marracuene's latitude of -25.7351°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 505.14° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Marracuene are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -25.7351, 32.6744. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Marracuene (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 Marracuene versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:37 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 34m |
| 2025 | 6:37 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 34m |
| 2021 | 6:37 AM | 5:11 PM | 10h 34m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Marracuene today?
In Marracuene, the sun rises at exactly 6:37 AM and sets at 5:11 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 34m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Marracuene today?
Today, morning golden hour in Marracuene runs from N/A to 7:11 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:37 PM and lasts until 5:09 PM.
Why does sunrise in Marracuene shift every day?
At Marracuene's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 505.14° (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 Marracuene at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:54 AM when the sun reaches 32.59. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Marracuene today.
Has the sunrise time in Marracuene 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 6:37 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:37 AM.