Today in Kohtla-Järve, Estonia, the sun rises at 4:22 AM and sets at 10:13 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 51m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 158 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kohtla-Järve is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kohtla-Järve
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kohtla-Järve runs from N/A to 5:33 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:02 PM and lasts until 10:13 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kohtla-Järve experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 51m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kohtla-Järve falls exactly at 1:18 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 47.82 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Kohtla-Järve in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kohtla-Järve?
At Kohtla-Järve's latitude of 59.3986°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 36.95° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kohtla-Järve are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 59.3986, 27.2731. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kohtla-Järve (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 Kohtla-Järve versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:22 AM | 10:13 PM | 17h 51m |
| 2025 | 4:22 AM | 10:13 PM | 17h 50m |
| 2021 | 4:22 AM | 10:13 PM | 17h 50m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kohtla-Järve today?
In Kohtla-Järve, the sun rises at exactly 4:22 AM and sets at 10:13 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 51m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kohtla-Järve today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kohtla-Järve runs from N/A to 5:33 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:02 PM and lasts until 10:07 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kohtla-Järve shift every day?
At Kohtla-Järve's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 36.95° (NE). 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 Kohtla-Järve at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:18 PM when the sun reaches 47.82. This produces very high UV, typical of Kohtla-Järve in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Kohtla-Järve 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 4:22 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:22 AM.