Today in Muchinga Province, Zambia, the sun rises at 6:14 AM and sets at 5:44 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 29m 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, Muchinga Province is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Muchinga Province
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Muchinga Province runs from N/A to 6:44 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:13 PM and lasts until 5:44 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Muchinga Province's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Muchinga Province falls exactly at 11:59 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 45.05 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Muchinga Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Muchinga Province?
At Muchinga Province's latitude of -11.1005259°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 498.68° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Muchinga Province are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -11.1005259, 31.639964. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Muchinga 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 Muchinga Province versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:14 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 29m |
| 2025 | 6:14 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 29m |
| 2021 | 6:14 AM | 5:44 PM | 11h 29m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Muchinga Province today?
In Muchinga Province, the sun rises at exactly 6:14 AM and sets at 5:44 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 29m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Muchinga Province today?
Today, morning golden hour in Muchinga Province runs from N/A to 6:44 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:13 PM and lasts until 5:41 PM.
Why does sunrise in Muchinga Province shift every day?
At Muchinga Province's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 498.68° (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 Muchinga Province at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:59 AM when the sun reaches 45.05. This produces very high UV, typical of Muchinga Province in Winter. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Muchinga 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 6:14 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:14 AM.