Today in Osijek, Croatia, the sun rises at 5:05 AM and sets at 8:36 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 31m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 166 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Osijek is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Osijek
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Osijek runs from N/A to 5:50 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:51 PM and lasts until 8:36 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Osijek experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 31m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Osijek falls exactly at 12:51 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 62.95 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Osijek in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Osijek?
At Osijek's latitude of 45.5548793°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 397.32° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Osijek are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 45.5548793, 18.6953685. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Osijek (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 Osijek versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:05 AM | 8:36 PM | 15h 31m |
| 2025 | 5:05 AM | 8:36 PM | 15h 30m |
| 2021 | 5:05 AM | 8:36 PM | 15h 30m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Osijek today?
In Osijek, the sun rises at exactly 5:05 AM and sets at 8:36 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 31m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Osijek today?
Today, morning golden hour in Osijek runs from N/A to 5:50 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:51 PM and lasts until 8:33 PM.
Why does sunrise in Osijek shift every day?
At Osijek's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 397.32° (NE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Osijek at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:51 PM when the sun reaches 62.95. This produces very high UV, typical of Osijek in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Osijek 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 5:05 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:05 AM.