Today in Central Region, Uganda, the sun rises at 6:51 AM and sets at 6:59 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 8m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Central Region is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Central Region
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Central Region runs from N/A to 7:20 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:29 PM and lasts until 6:59 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Central Region's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Central Region falls exactly at 12:55 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 52.22 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Central Region in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Central Region?
At Central Region's latitude of 0.2815436°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 488.39° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Central Region are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 0.2815436, 32.6270774. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Central Region (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 Central Region versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:51 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 8m |
| 2025 | 6:51 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 8m |
| 2021 | 6:51 AM | 6:59 PM | 12h 8m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Central Region today?
In Central Region, the sun rises at exactly 6:51 AM and sets at 6:59 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 8m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Central Region today?
Today, morning golden hour in Central Region runs from N/A to 7:20 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:29 PM and lasts until 6:57 PM.
Why does sunrise in Central Region shift every day?
At Central Region's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 488.39° (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 Central Region at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:55 PM when the sun reaches 52.22. This produces very high UV, typical of Central Region in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Central Region 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 6:51 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:51 AM.