Today in Essen, Germany, the sun rises at 7:39 AM and sets at 7:03 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 23m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Essen is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Essen
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Essen runs from N/A to 8:24 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:18 PM and lasts until 7:03 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Essen experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 11h 23m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Essen falls exactly at 1:21 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 33.25 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 Essen today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Essen?
At Essen's latitude of 51.4582235°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 11.71° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Essen are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 51.4582235, 7.0158171. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Essen (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 Essen versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:39 AM | 7:03 PM | 11h 23m |
| 2025 | 7:40 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 22m |
| 2021 | 7:40 AM | 7:02 PM | 11h 22m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Essen today?
In Essen, the sun rises at exactly 7:39 AM and sets at 7:03 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 23m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Essen today?
Today, morning golden hour in Essen runs from N/A to 8:24 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:18 PM and lasts until 7:00 PM.
Why does sunrise in Essen shift every day?
At Essen's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 11.71° (NNE). 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 Essen at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:21 PM when the sun reaches 33.25. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Essen today.
Has the sunrise time in Essen 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 7:40 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:40 AM.