Today in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, the sun rises at 6:09 AM and sets at 8:41 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 31m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Schleswig-Holstein is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Schleswig-Holstein
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Schleswig-Holstein runs from N/A to 6:58 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:52 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, Schleswig-Holstein experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 31m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Schleswig-Holstein falls exactly at 1:25 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 47.39 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Schleswig-Holstein in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Schleswig-Holstein?
At Schleswig-Holstein's latitude of 54.1853998°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 12.96° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Schleswig-Holstein are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 54.1853998, 9.8220089. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Schleswig-Holstein (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 Schleswig-Holstein versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:09 AM | 8:41 PM | 14h 31m |
| 2025 | 6:10 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 30m |
| 2021 | 6:10 AM | 8:40 PM | 14h 30m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Schleswig-Holstein today?
In Schleswig-Holstein, the sun rises at exactly 6:09 AM and sets at 8:41 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 31m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Schleswig-Holstein today?
Today, morning golden hour in Schleswig-Holstein runs from N/A to 6:58 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:52 PM and lasts until 8:37 PM.
Why does sunrise in Schleswig-Holstein shift every day?
At Schleswig-Holstein's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 12.96° (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 Schleswig-Holstein at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:25 PM when the sun reaches 47.39. This produces very high UV, typical of Schleswig-Holstein in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Schleswig-Holstein 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 6:10 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:10 AM.