Today in Kuldīga, Latvia, the sun rises at 5:02 AM and sets at 10:15 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 13m 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, Kuldīga is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kuldīga
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kuldīga runs from N/A to 6:05 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:12 PM and lasts until 10:15 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kuldīga experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 13m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kuldīga falls exactly at 1:39 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 51.40 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Kuldīga in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kuldīga?
At Kuldīga's latitude of 56.9677°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 31.32° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kuldīga are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 56.9677, 21.9669. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kuldīga (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 Kuldīga versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:02 AM | 10:15 PM | 17h 13m |
| 2025 | 5:03 AM | 10:15 PM | 17h 12m |
| 2021 | 5:03 AM | 10:15 PM | 17h 12m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kuldīga today?
In Kuldīga, the sun rises at exactly 5:02 AM and sets at 10:15 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 13m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kuldīga today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kuldīga runs from N/A to 6:05 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:12 PM and lasts until 10:10 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kuldīga shift every day?
At Kuldīga's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 31.32° (NNE). 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 Kuldīga at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:39 PM when the sun reaches 51.40. This produces very high UV, typical of Kuldīga in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Kuldīga 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 5:03 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:03 AM.