Today in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany, the sun rises at 5:22 AM and sets at 9:48 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 25m 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, North Rhine-Westphalia is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in North Rhine-Westphalia
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in North Rhine-Westphalia runs from N/A to 6:15 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:55 PM and lasts until 9:48 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, North Rhine-Westphalia experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 25m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in North Rhine-Westphalia falls exactly at 1:35 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 60.72 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of North Rhine-Westphalia in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in North Rhine-Westphalia?
At North Rhine-Westphalia's latitude of 51.4789205°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 371.89° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for North Rhine-Westphalia are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 51.4789205, 7.5543751. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in North Rhine-Westphalia (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 North Rhine-Westphalia versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:22 AM | 9:48 PM | 16h 25m |
| 2025 | 5:22 AM | 9:48 PM | 16h 25m |
| 2021 | 5:23 AM | 9:48 PM | 16h 25m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in North Rhine-Westphalia today?
In North Rhine-Westphalia, the sun rises at exactly 5:22 AM and sets at 9:48 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 25m of daylight.
When is golden hour in North Rhine-Westphalia today?
Today, morning golden hour in North Rhine-Westphalia runs from N/A to 6:15 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:55 PM and lasts until 9:44 PM.
Why does sunrise in North Rhine-Westphalia shift every day?
At North Rhine-Westphalia's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 371.89° (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 North Rhine-Westphalia at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:35 PM when the sun reaches 60.72. This produces very high UV, typical of North Rhine-Westphalia in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in North Rhine-Westphalia 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 5:22 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:23 AM.