Today in Kunda, Estonia, the sun rises at 4:24 AM and sets at 10:17 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 52m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 158 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kunda is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kunda
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kunda runs from N/A to 5:35 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:06 PM and lasts until 10:17 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kunda experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 52m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kunda falls exactly at 1:20 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 47.97 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Kunda in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kunda?
At Kunda's latitude of 59.4973°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 35.91° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kunda are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 59.4973, 26.5298. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kunda (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 Kunda versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:24 AM | 10:17 PM | 17h 52m |
| 2025 | 4:25 AM | 10:16 PM | 17h 51m |
| 2021 | 4:25 AM | 10:16 PM | 17h 51m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kunda today?
In Kunda, the sun rises at exactly 4:24 AM and sets at 10:17 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 52m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kunda today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kunda runs from N/A to 5:35 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:06 PM and lasts until 10:11 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kunda shift every day?
At Kunda's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 35.91° (NE). 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 Kunda at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:20 PM when the sun reaches 47.97. This produces very high UV, typical of Kunda in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Kunda 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 4:25 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:25 AM.