Today in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, the sun rises at 5:03 AM and sets at 9:34 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 30m 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, Saxony-Anhalt is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Saxony-Anhalt
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Saxony-Anhalt runs from N/A to 5:57 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:40 PM and lasts until 9:34 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Saxony-Anhalt experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 30m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Saxony-Anhalt falls exactly at 1:19 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 59.60 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Saxony-Anhalt in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Saxony-Anhalt?
At Saxony-Anhalt's latitude of 51.9280976°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 379.21° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Saxony-Anhalt are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 51.9280976, 11.6812243. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Saxony-Anhalt (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 Saxony-Anhalt versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:03 AM | 9:34 PM | 16h 30m |
| 2025 | 5:04 AM | 9:34 PM | 16h 30m |
| 2021 | 5:04 AM | 9:34 PM | 16h 30m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Saxony-Anhalt today?
In Saxony-Anhalt, the sun rises at exactly 5:03 AM and sets at 9:34 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 30m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Saxony-Anhalt today?
Today, morning golden hour in Saxony-Anhalt runs from N/A to 5:57 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:40 PM and lasts until 9:30 PM.
Why does sunrise in Saxony-Anhalt shift every day?
At Saxony-Anhalt's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 379.21° (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 Saxony-Anhalt at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:19 PM when the sun reaches 59.60. This produces very high UV, typical of Saxony-Anhalt in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Saxony-Anhalt 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 5:04 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:04 AM.