Today in Atyrau, Kazakhstan, the sun rises at 5:47 AM and sets at 9:37 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 49m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Atyrau is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Atyrau
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Atyrau runs from N/A to 6:35 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:49 PM and lasts until 9:37 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Atyrau experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 49m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Atyrau falls exactly at 1:42 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.45 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 Atyrau today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Atyrau?
At Atyrau's latitude of 47.6605827°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 435.30° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Atyrau are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 47.6605827, 50.806203. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Atyrau (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 Atyrau versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:47 AM | 9:37 PM | 15h 49m |
| 2025 | 5:48 AM | 9:37 PM | 15h 49m |
| 2021 | 6:48 AM | 10:37 PM | 15h 49m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Atyrau today?
In Atyrau, the sun rises at exactly 5:47 AM and sets at 9:37 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 49m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Atyrau today?
Today, morning golden hour in Atyrau runs from N/A to 6:35 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:49 PM and lasts until 9:33 PM.
Why does sunrise in Atyrau shift every day?
At Atyrau's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 435.30° (ENE). 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 Atyrau at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:42 PM when the sun reaches 43.45. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Atyrau today.
Has the sunrise time in Atyrau 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 5:48 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:48 AM.