Today in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France, the sun rises at 6:50 AM and sets at 8:41 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 50m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes runs from N/A to 7:30 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:01 PM and lasts until 8:41 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 13h 50m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes falls exactly at 1:46 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 56.71 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes?
At Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes's latitude of 45.2968119°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 6.73° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 45.2968119, 4.6604809. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes (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 Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:50 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 50m |
| 2025 | 6:51 AM | 8:40 PM | 13h 49m |
| 2021 | 6:51 AM | 8:40 PM | 13h 49m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes today?
In Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, the sun rises at exactly 6:50 AM and sets at 8:41 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 50m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes today?
Today, morning golden hour in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes runs from N/A to 7:30 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:01 PM and lasts until 8:38 PM.
Why does sunrise in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes shift every day?
At Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 6.73° (N). 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 Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:46 PM when the sun reaches 56.71. This produces very high UV, typical of Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes 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 6:51 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:51 AM.