Today in Petropavl, Kazakhstan, the sun rises at 3:56 AM and sets at 9:02 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 6m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Petropavl is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Petropavl
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Petropavl runs from N/A to 4:56 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:02 PM and lasts until 9:02 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Petropavl experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 6m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Petropavl falls exactly at 12:29 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 30.98 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 Petropavl today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Petropavl?
At Petropavl's latitude of 54.8668104°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 445.75° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Petropavl are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 54.8668104, 69.1334984. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Petropavl (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 Petropavl versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 3:56 AM | 9:02 PM | 17h 6m |
| 2025 | 3:56 AM | 9:02 PM | 17h 5m |
| 2021 | 4:56 AM | 10:02 PM | 17h 5m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Petropavl today?
In Petropavl, the sun rises at exactly 3:56 AM and sets at 9:02 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 6m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Petropavl today?
Today, morning golden hour in Petropavl runs from N/A to 4:56 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:02 PM and lasts until 8:57 PM.
Why does sunrise in Petropavl shift every day?
At Petropavl's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 445.75° (E). 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 Petropavl at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:29 PM when the sun reaches 30.98. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Petropavl today.
Has the sunrise time in Petropavl 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 3:56 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:56 AM.