Today in Dessau-Rosslau, Germany, the sun rises at 5:02 AM and sets at 9:32 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 29m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Dessau-Rosslau is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Dessau-Rosslau
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Dessau-Rosslau runs from N/A to 5:55 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:38 PM and lasts until 9:32 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Dessau-Rosslau experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 29m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Dessau-Rosslau falls exactly at 1:17 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 59.56 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Dessau-Rosslau in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Dessau-Rosslau?
At Dessau-Rosslau's latitude of 51.8465924°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 380.24° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Dessau-Rosslau are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 51.8465924, 12.2312238. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Dessau-Rosslau (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 Dessau-Rosslau versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:02 AM | 9:32 PM | 16h 29m |
| 2025 | 5:02 AM | 9:31 PM | 16h 29m |
| 2021 | 5:02 AM | 9:31 PM | 16h 29m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Dessau-Rosslau today?
In Dessau-Rosslau, the sun rises at exactly 5:02 AM and sets at 9:32 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 29m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Dessau-Rosslau today?
Today, morning golden hour in Dessau-Rosslau runs from N/A to 5:55 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:38 PM and lasts until 9:27 PM.
Why does sunrise in Dessau-Rosslau shift every day?
At Dessau-Rosslau's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 380.24° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Dessau-Rosslau at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:17 PM when the sun reaches 59.56. This produces very high UV, typical of Dessau-Rosslau in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Dessau-Rosslau 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 5:02 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:02 AM.