Today in Vinkovci, Croatia, the sun rises at 6:48 AM and sets at 6:20 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 31m 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, Vinkovci is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Vinkovci
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Vinkovci runs from N/A to 7:27 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:41 PM and lasts until 6:20 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Vinkovci experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 11h 31m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Vinkovci falls exactly at 12:34 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 36.45 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 Vinkovci today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Vinkovci?
At Vinkovci's latitude of 45.2883771°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 27.13° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Vinkovci are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 45.2883771, 18.8045248. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Vinkovci (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 Vinkovci versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:48 AM | 6:20 PM | 11h 31m |
| 2025 | 6:48 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 31m |
| 2021 | 6:48 AM | 6:19 PM | 11h 30m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Vinkovci today?
In Vinkovci, the sun rises at exactly 6:48 AM and sets at 6:20 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 31m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Vinkovci today?
Today, morning golden hour in Vinkovci runs from N/A to 7:27 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:41 PM and lasts until 6:17 PM.
Why does sunrise in Vinkovci shift every day?
At Vinkovci's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 27.13° (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 Vinkovci at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:34 PM when the sun reaches 36.45. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Vinkovci today.
Has the sunrise time in Vinkovci 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 6:48 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:48 AM.