Today in Metsamor, Armenia, the sun rises at 5:40 AM and sets at 8:37 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 57m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Metsamor is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Metsamor
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Metsamor runs from N/A to 6:21 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:56 PM and lasts until 8:37 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Metsamor sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Metsamor falls exactly at 1:08 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 50.01 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Metsamor in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Metsamor?
At Metsamor's latitude of 40.1447°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 437.66° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Metsamor are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 40.1447, 44.1167. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Metsamor (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 Metsamor versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:40 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 57m |
| 2025 | 5:40 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 56m |
| 2021 | 5:40 AM | 8:37 PM | 14h 56m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Metsamor today?
In Metsamor, the sun rises at exactly 5:40 AM and sets at 8:37 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 57m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Metsamor today?
Today, morning golden hour in Metsamor runs from N/A to 6:21 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:56 PM and lasts until 8:34 PM.
Why does sunrise in Metsamor shift every day?
At Metsamor's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 437.66° (ENE). 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 Metsamor at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:08 PM when the sun reaches 50.01. This produces very high UV, typical of Metsamor in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Metsamor 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 5:40 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:40 AM.