Today in Tete Province, Mozambique, the sun rises at 6:15 AM and sets at 5:26 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 11m 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, Tete Province is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Tete Province
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Tete Province runs from N/A to 6:46 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:55 PM and lasts until 5:26 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Tete Province's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Tete Province falls exactly at 11:51 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 39.69 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 Tete Province today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Tete Province?
At Tete Province's latitude of -16.1564°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 500.06° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Tete Province are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -16.1564, 33.5867. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Tete 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 Tete Province versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:15 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 11m |
| 2025 | 6:15 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 11m |
| 2021 | 6:15 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 11m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Tete Province today?
In Tete Province, the sun rises at exactly 6:15 AM and sets at 5:26 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 11m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Tete Province today?
Today, morning golden hour in Tete Province runs from N/A to 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:55 PM and lasts until 5:24 PM.
Why does sunrise in Tete Province shift every day?
At Tete Province's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 500.06° (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 Tete Province at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:51 AM when the sun reaches 39.69. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Tete Province today.
Has the sunrise time in Tete 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 6:15 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:15 AM.