Today in Lira, Uganda, the sun rises at 6:46 AM and sets at 7:01 PM, giving the city exactly 12h 15m 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, Lira is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Lira
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Lira runs from N/A to 7:16 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:32 PM and lasts until 7:01 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Lira's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Lira falls exactly at 12:54 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 53.21 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Lira in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Lira?
At Lira's latitude of 2.3320326°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 486.00° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Lira are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 2.3320326, 32.9501481. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Lira (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 Lira versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:46 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 15m |
| 2025 | 6:46 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 14m |
| 2021 | 6:46 AM | 7:01 PM | 12h 14m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Lira today?
In Lira, the sun rises at exactly 6:46 AM and sets at 7:01 PM today. This gives the city a total of 12h 15m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Lira today?
Today, morning golden hour in Lira runs from N/A to 7:16 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:32 PM and lasts until 6:59 PM.
Why does sunrise in Lira shift every day?
At Lira's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 486.00° (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 Lira at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:54 PM when the sun reaches 53.21. This produces very high UV, typical of Lira in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Lira 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 6:46 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:46 AM.