Today in Liepāja, Latvia, the sun rises at 5:06 AM and sets at 10:19 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 12m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 160 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Liepāja is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Liepāja
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Liepāja runs from N/A to 6:09 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:16 PM and lasts until 10:19 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Liepāja experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 12m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Liepāja falls exactly at 1:42 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 52.35 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Liepāja in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Liepāja?
At Liepāja's latitude of 56.511005°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 30.47° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Liepāja are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 56.511005, 21.006277. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Liepāja (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 Liepāja versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:06 AM | 10:19 PM | 17h 12m |
| 2025 | 5:07 AM | 10:18 PM | 17h 11m |
| 2021 | 5:07 AM | 10:18 PM | 17h 11m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Liepāja today?
In Liepāja, the sun rises at exactly 5:06 AM and sets at 10:19 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 12m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Liepāja today?
Today, morning golden hour in Liepāja runs from N/A to 6:09 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:16 PM and lasts until 10:13 PM.
Why does sunrise in Liepāja shift every day?
At Liepāja's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 30.47° (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 Liepāja at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:42 PM when the sun reaches 52.35. This produces very high UV, typical of Liepāja in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Liepāja 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 5:07 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:07 AM.