Today in Akmola Region, Kazakhstan, the sun rises at 5:17 AM and sets at 7:33 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 16m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Akmola Region is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Akmola Region
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Akmola Region runs from N/A to 6:03 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:46 PM and lasts until 7:33 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Akmola Region experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 16m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Akmola Region falls exactly at 12:25 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 22.18 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Akmola Region, typical of its Summer season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Akmola Region?
At Akmola Region's latitude of 51.8742347°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 80.75° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Akmola Region are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 51.8742347, 69.8582132. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Akmola Region (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 Akmola Region versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:17 AM | 7:33 PM | 14h 16m |
| 2025 | 5:17 AM | 7:32 PM | 14h 15m |
| 2021 | 6:17 AM | 8:32 PM | 14h 14m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Akmola Region today?
In Akmola Region, the sun rises at exactly 5:17 AM and sets at 7:33 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 16m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Akmola Region today?
Today, morning golden hour in Akmola Region runs from N/A to 6:03 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:46 PM and lasts until 7:29 PM.
Why does sunrise in Akmola Region shift every day?
At Akmola Region's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 80.75° (E). 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 Akmola Region at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:25 PM when the sun reaches 22.18. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Akmola Region, typical of its Summer season.
Has the sunrise time in Akmola Region 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 5:17 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:17 AM.