Today in Krāslava, Latvia, the sun rises at 4:49 AM and sets at 9:47 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 58m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 158 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Krāslava is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Krāslava
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Krāslava runs from N/A to 5:49 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:47 PM and lasts until 9:47 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Krāslava experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 58m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Krāslava falls exactly at 1:18 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 50.62 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Krāslava in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Krāslava?
At Krāslava's latitude of 55.8942°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 39.31° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Krāslava are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 55.8942, 27.1611. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Krāslava (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 Krāslava versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:49 AM | 9:47 PM | 16h 58m |
| 2025 | 4:49 AM | 9:47 PM | 16h 58m |
| 2021 | 4:49 AM | 9:47 PM | 16h 57m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Krāslava today?
In Krāslava, the sun rises at exactly 4:49 AM and sets at 9:47 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 58m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Krāslava today?
Today, morning golden hour in Krāslava runs from N/A to 5:49 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:47 PM and lasts until 9:42 PM.
Why does sunrise in Krāslava shift every day?
At Krāslava's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 39.31° (NE). 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 Krāslava at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:18 PM when the sun reaches 50.62. This produces very high UV, typical of Krāslava in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Krāslava 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 4:49 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:49 AM.