Today in Mocímboa da Praia, Mozambique, the sun rises at 5:39 AM and sets at 5:08 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 28m 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, Mocímboa da Praia is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mocímboa da Praia
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mocímboa da Praia runs from N/A to 6:10 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:37 PM and lasts until 5:08 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Mocímboa da Praia's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mocímboa da Praia falls exactly at 11:24 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 38.60 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 Mocímboa da Praia today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mocímboa da Praia?
At Mocímboa da Praia's latitude of -11.3167°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 491.86° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mocímboa da Praia are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -11.3167, 40.35. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mocímboa da Praia (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 Mocímboa da Praia versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:39 AM | 5:08 PM | 11h 28m |
| 2025 | 5:39 AM | 5:08 PM | 11h 28m |
| 2021 | 5:39 AM | 5:08 PM | 11h 28m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mocímboa da Praia today?
In Mocímboa da Praia, the sun rises at exactly 5:39 AM and sets at 5:08 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 28m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mocímboa da Praia today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mocímboa da Praia runs from N/A to 6:10 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:37 PM and lasts until 5:06 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mocímboa da Praia shift every day?
At Mocímboa da Praia's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 491.86° (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 Mocímboa da Praia at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:24 AM when the sun reaches 38.60. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Mocímboa da Praia today.
Has the sunrise time in Mocímboa da Praia 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 5:39 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:39 AM.