Today in Xai-Xai, Mozambique, the sun rises at 6:32 AM and sets at 5:09 PM, giving the city exactly 10h 37m 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, Xai-Xai is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Xai-Xai
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Xai-Xai runs from N/A to 7:06 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:35 PM and lasts until 5:09 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Xai-Xai sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Xai-Xai falls exactly at 11:50 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.64 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 Xai-Xai today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Xai-Xai?
At Xai-Xai's latitude of -25.0519°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 504.02° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Xai-Xai are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -25.0519, 33.6442. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Xai-Xai (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 Xai-Xai versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:32 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 37m |
| 2025 | 6:32 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 37m |
| 2021 | 6:32 AM | 5:09 PM | 10h 37m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Xai-Xai today?
In Xai-Xai, the sun rises at exactly 6:32 AM and sets at 5:09 PM today. This gives the city a total of 10h 37m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Xai-Xai today?
Today, morning golden hour in Xai-Xai runs from N/A to 7:06 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:35 PM and lasts until 5:06 PM.
Why does sunrise in Xai-Xai shift every day?
At Xai-Xai's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 504.02° (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 Xai-Xai at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:50 AM when the sun reaches 32.64. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Xai-Xai today.
Has the sunrise time in Xai-Xai 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 6:32 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:32 AM.