Today in Alexandroupoli, Greece, the sun rises at 7:16 AM and sets at 6:56 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 39m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 78 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Alexandroupoli is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Alexandroupoli
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Alexandroupoli runs from N/A to 7:53 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:19 PM and lasts until 6:56 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Alexandroupoli sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Alexandroupoli falls exactly at 1:06 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 37.85 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 Alexandroupoli today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Alexandroupoli?
At Alexandroupoli's latitude of 40.845666°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 37.18° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Alexandroupoli are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 40.845666, 25.8778814. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Alexandroupoli (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 Alexandroupoli versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:16 AM | 6:56 PM | 11h 39m |
| 2025 | 7:17 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 38m |
| 2021 | 7:17 AM | 6:55 PM | 11h 38m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Alexandroupoli today?
In Alexandroupoli, the sun rises at exactly 7:16 AM and sets at 6:56 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 39m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Alexandroupoli today?
Today, morning golden hour in Alexandroupoli runs from N/A to 7:53 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:19 PM and lasts until 6:53 PM.
Why does sunrise in Alexandroupoli shift every day?
At Alexandroupoli's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 37.18° (NE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 3 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Alexandroupoli at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:06 PM when the sun reaches 37.85. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Alexandroupoli today.
Has the sunrise time in Alexandroupoli 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 7:17 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:17 AM.