Today in Mashonaland East, Zimbabwe, the sun rises at 6:25 AM and sets at 5:31 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 6m of daylight. That is 1 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Mashonaland East is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mashonaland East
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mashonaland East runs from N/A to 6:57 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:00 PM and lasts until 5:31 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Mashonaland East's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mashonaland East falls exactly at 11:58 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 39.80 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 Mashonaland East today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mashonaland East?
At Mashonaland East's latitude of -17.7927323°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 502.45° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mashonaland East are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -17.7927323, 31.7678044. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mashonaland East (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 Mashonaland East versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:25 AM | 5:31 PM | 11h 6m |
| 2025 | 6:25 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 6m |
| 2021 | 6:25 AM | 5:32 PM | 11h 6m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mashonaland East today?
In Mashonaland East, the sun rises at exactly 6:25 AM and sets at 5:31 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 6m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mashonaland East today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mashonaland East runs from N/A to 6:57 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:00 PM and lasts until 5:29 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mashonaland East shift every day?
At Mashonaland East's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 502.45° (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 Mashonaland East at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:58 AM when the sun reaches 39.80. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Mashonaland East today.
Has the sunrise time in Mashonaland East 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 6:25 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:25 AM.