Today in Saint-Etienne, France, the sun rises at 6:52 AM and sets at 8:41 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 48m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Saint-Etienne is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Saint-Etienne
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Saint-Etienne runs from N/A to 7:33 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:00 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, Saint-Etienne experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 13h 48m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Saint-Etienne falls exactly at 1:46 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 56.26 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Saint-Etienne in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Saint-Etienne?
At Saint-Etienne's latitude of 45.4401467°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 6.29° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Saint-Etienne are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 45.4401467, 4.3873058. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Saint-Etienne (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 Saint-Etienne versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:52 AM | 8:41 PM | 13h 48m |
| 2025 | 6:53 AM | 8:40 PM | 13h 47m |
| 2021 | 6:53 AM | 8:40 PM | 13h 47m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Saint-Etienne today?
In Saint-Etienne, the sun rises at exactly 6:52 AM and sets at 8:41 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 48m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Saint-Etienne today?
Today, morning golden hour in Saint-Etienne runs from N/A to 7:33 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:00 PM and lasts until 8:37 PM.
Why does sunrise in Saint-Etienne shift every day?
At Saint-Etienne's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 6.29° (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 Saint-Etienne at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:46 PM when the sun reaches 56.26. This produces very high UV, typical of Saint-Etienne in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Saint-Etienne 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 6:53 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:53 AM.