Today in Aizkraukle, Latvia, the sun rises at 4:52 AM and sets at 10:00 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 8m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 158 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Aizkraukle is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Aizkraukle
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Aizkraukle runs from N/A to 5:54 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:58 PM and lasts until 10:00 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Aizkraukle experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 8m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Aizkraukle falls exactly at 1:26 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 50.71 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Aizkraukle in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Aizkraukle?
At Aizkraukle's latitude of 56.5986°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 36.17° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Aizkraukle are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 56.5986, 25.2508. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Aizkraukle (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 Aizkraukle versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:52 AM | 10:00 PM | 17h 8m |
| 2025 | 4:52 AM | 9:59 PM | 17h 7m |
| 2021 | 4:52 AM | 9:59 PM | 17h 7m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Aizkraukle today?
In Aizkraukle, the sun rises at exactly 4:52 AM and sets at 10:00 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 8m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Aizkraukle today?
Today, morning golden hour in Aizkraukle runs from N/A to 5:54 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:58 PM and lasts until 9:54 PM.
Why does sunrise in Aizkraukle shift every day?
At Aizkraukle's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 36.17° (NE). 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 Aizkraukle at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:26 PM when the sun reaches 50.71. This produces very high UV, typical of Aizkraukle in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Aizkraukle 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 4:52 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:52 AM.