Today in Trieste, Italy, the sun rises at 7:08 AM and sets at 6:40 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 31m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Trieste is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Trieste
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Trieste runs from N/A to 7:48 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:00 PM and lasts until 6:40 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Trieste experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 11h 31m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Trieste falls exactly at 12:54 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 37.56 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 Trieste today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Trieste?
At Trieste's latitude of 45.6496485°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 21.00° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Trieste are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 45.6496485, 13.7772781. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Trieste (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 Trieste versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:08 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 31m |
| 2025 | 7:09 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 30m |
| 2021 | 7:09 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 30m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Trieste today?
In Trieste, the sun rises at exactly 7:08 AM and sets at 6:40 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 31m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Trieste today?
Today, morning golden hour in Trieste runs from N/A to 7:48 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:00 PM and lasts until 6:37 PM.
Why does sunrise in Trieste shift every day?
At Trieste's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 21.00° (NNE). 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 Trieste at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:54 PM when the sun reaches 37.56. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Trieste today.
Has the sunrise time in Trieste 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 7:09 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:09 AM.