Today in Plzeň, Czech Republic, the sun rises at 6:08 AM and sets at 8:13 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 5m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Plzeň is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Plzeň
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Plzeň runs from N/A to 6:52 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:29 PM and lasts until 8:13 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Plzeň experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 5m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Plzeň falls exactly at 1:10 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 50.70 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Plzeň in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Plzeň?
At Plzeň's latitude of 49.7477415°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 19.62° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Plzeň are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 49.7477415, 13.3775249. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Plzeň (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 Plzeň versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:08 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 5m |
| 2025 | 6:08 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 4m |
| 2021 | 6:08 AM | 8:13 PM | 14h 4m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Plzeň today?
In Plzeň, the sun rises at exactly 6:08 AM and sets at 8:13 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 5m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Plzeň today?
Today, morning golden hour in Plzeň runs from N/A to 6:52 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:29 PM and lasts until 8:10 PM.
Why does sunrise in Plzeň shift every day?
At Plzeň's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 19.62° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 4 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Plzeň at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:10 PM when the sun reaches 50.70. This produces very high UV, typical of Plzeň in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Plzeň 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 6:08 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:08 AM.