Today in Mutare, Zimbabwe, the sun rises at 6:24 AM and sets at 5:26 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 1m 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, Mutare is currently in its Winter season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Mutare
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Mutare runs from N/A to 6:56 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 4:54 PM and lasts until 5:26 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Near the equator, Mutare's daylight stays remarkably stable year-round, deviating very little from the annual average.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Mutare falls exactly at 11:55 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 38.34 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 Mutare today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Mutare?
At Mutare's latitude of -18.974656°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 502.20° (SE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Mutare are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates -18.974656, 32.670473. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Mutare (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 Mutare versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:24 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 1m |
| 2025 | 6:24 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 1m |
| 2021 | 6:24 AM | 5:26 PM | 11h 1m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Mutare today?
In Mutare, the sun rises at exactly 6:24 AM and sets at 5:26 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 1m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Mutare today?
Today, morning golden hour in Mutare runs from N/A to 6:56 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 4:54 PM and lasts until 5:23 PM.
Why does sunrise in Mutare shift every day?
At Mutare's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 502.20° (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 Mutare at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:55 AM when the sun reaches 38.34. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Mutare today.
Has the sunrise time in Mutare 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 6:24 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:24 AM.