Today in Kohtla-Järve, Estonia, the sun rises at 5:58 AM and sets at 8:28 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 29m of daylight. That is 5 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 5 minutes of daylight each day. With 115 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 6:54 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:32 PM and lasts until 8:28 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 14h 29m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kohtla-Järve falls exactly at 1:13 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 36.41 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 Kohtla-Järve today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kohtla-Järve?
At Kohtla-Järve's latitude of 59.3986°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 33.59° (NNE). 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 | 5:58 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 29m |
| 2025 | 5:59 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 28m |
| 2021 | 5:59 AM | 8:27 PM | 14h 28m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kohtla-Järve today?
In Kohtla-Järve, the sun rises at exactly 5:58 AM and sets at 8:28 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 29m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kohtla-Järve today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kohtla-Järve runs from N/A to 6:54 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:32 PM and lasts until 8:24 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kohtla-Järve shift every day?
At Kohtla-Järve's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 33.59° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 5 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 1:13 PM when the sun reaches 36.41. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kohtla-Järve today.
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 5:59 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:59 AM.