Today in Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe, the sun rises at 6:32 AM and sets at 5:40 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 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, Mashonaland West is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mashonaland West
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mashonaland West runs from N/A to 7:03 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:09 PM and lasts until 5:40 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Mashonaland West's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mashonaland West falls exactly at 12:06 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 41.43 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 West today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mashonaland West?
At Mashonaland West's latitude of -17.1449001°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 503.97° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mashonaland West are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -17.1449001, 29.8289885. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mashonaland West (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 West versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:32 AM | 5:40 PM | 11h 8m |
| 2025 | 6:32 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 8m |
| 2021 | 6:32 AM | 5:41 PM | 11h 8m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mashonaland West today?
In Mashonaland West, the sun rises at exactly 6:32 AM and sets at 5:40 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 8m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mashonaland West today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mashonaland West runs from N/A to 7:03 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:09 PM and lasts until 5:38 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mashonaland West shift every day?
At Mashonaland West's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 503.97° (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 West at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:06 PM when the sun reaches 41.43. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Mashonaland West today.
Has the sunrise time in Mashonaland West 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 6:32 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:32 AM.