Today in Osijek-Baranja, Croatia, the sun rises at 5:53 AM and sets at 7:45 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 51m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Osijek-Baranja is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Osijek-Baranja
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Osijek-Baranja runs from N/A to 6:34 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:05 PM and lasts until 7:45 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Osijek-Baranja experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 13h 51m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Osijek-Baranja falls exactly at 12:49 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 53.33 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Osijek-Baranja in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Osijek-Baranja?
At Osijek-Baranja's latitude of 45.5270033°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 30.19° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Osijek-Baranja are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 45.5270033, 18.7760798. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Osijek-Baranja (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-Baranja versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:53 AM | 7:45 PM | 13h 51m |
| 2025 | 5:54 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 50m |
| 2021 | 5:54 AM | 7:44 PM | 13h 50m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Osijek-Baranja today?
In Osijek-Baranja, the sun rises at exactly 5:53 AM and sets at 7:45 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 51m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Osijek-Baranja today?
Today, morning golden hour in Osijek-Baranja runs from N/A to 6:34 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:05 PM and lasts until 7:42 PM.
Why does sunrise in Osijek-Baranja shift every day?
At Osijek-Baranja's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 30.19° (NNE). 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 Osijek-Baranja at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:49 PM when the sun reaches 53.33. This produces very high UV, typical of Osijek-Baranja in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Osijek-Baranja 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 5:54 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:54 AM.