Today in Central Province, Zambia, the sun rises at 6:17 AM and sets at 5:59 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 41m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Central Province is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Central Province
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Central Province runs from N/A to 6:46 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:30 PM and lasts until 5:59 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Central Province's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Central Province falls exactly at 12:08 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 51.63 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Central Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Central Province?
At Central Province's latitude of -14.183507°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 132.02° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Central Province are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -14.183507, 29.0375543. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Central 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 Central Province versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:17 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 41m |
| 2025 | 6:17 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 42m |
| 2021 | 6:17 AM | 5:59 PM | 11h 42m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Central Province today?
In Central Province, the sun rises at exactly 6:17 AM and sets at 5:59 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 41m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Central Province today?
Today, morning golden hour in Central Province runs from N/A to 6:46 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:30 PM and lasts until 5:57 PM.
Why does sunrise in Central Province shift every day?
At Central Province's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 132.02° (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 Central Province at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:08 PM when the sun reaches 51.63. This produces very high UV, typical of Central Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Central 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 6:17 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:17 AM.