Today in Gabrovo, Bulgaria, the sun rises at 7:21 AM and sets at 6:56 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 34m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Gabrovo is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Gabrovo
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Gabrovo runs from N/A to 7:59 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:18 PM and lasts until 6:56 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Gabrovo sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Gabrovo falls exactly at 1:08 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 36.05 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 Gabrovo today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Gabrovo?
At Gabrovo's latitude of 42.9638895°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 35.36° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Gabrovo are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 42.9638895, 25.2119538. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Gabrovo (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 Gabrovo versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:21 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 34m |
| 2025 | 7:21 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 33m |
| 2021 | 7:21 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 33m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Gabrovo today?
In Gabrovo, the sun rises at exactly 7:21 AM and sets at 6:56 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 34m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Gabrovo today?
Today, morning golden hour in Gabrovo runs from N/A to 7:59 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:18 PM and lasts until 6:53 PM.
Why does sunrise in Gabrovo shift every day?
At Gabrovo's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 35.36° (NE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 3 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Gabrovo at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:08 PM when the sun reaches 36.05. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Gabrovo today.
Has the sunrise time in Gabrovo 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 7:21 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:21 AM.