Today in Herning, Denmark, the sun rises at 6:07 AM and sets at 8:50 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 43m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Herning is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Herning
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Herning runs from N/A to 6:59 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:58 PM and lasts until 8:50 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Herning experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 43m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Herning falls exactly at 1:28 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 45.58 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Herning in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Herning?
At Herning's latitude of 56.1379757°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 11.33° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Herning are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 56.1379757, 8.9746623. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Herning (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 Herning versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:07 AM | 8:50 PM | 14h 43m |
| 2025 | 6:07 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 41m |
| 2021 | 6:07 AM | 8:49 PM | 14h 41m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Herning today?
In Herning, the sun rises at exactly 6:07 AM and sets at 8:50 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 43m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Herning today?
Today, morning golden hour in Herning runs from N/A to 6:59 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:58 PM and lasts until 8:46 PM.
Why does sunrise in Herning shift every day?
At Herning's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 11.33° (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 Herning at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:28 PM when the sun reaches 45.58. This produces very high UV, typical of Herning in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Herning 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 6:07 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:07 AM.