Today in Derna District, Libya, the sun rises at 5:27 AM and sets at 7:42 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 15m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice. With 170 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Derna District is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Derna District
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Derna District runs from N/A to 6:03 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:06 PM and lasts until 7:42 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Derna District sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Derna District falls exactly at 12:34 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 68.65 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces an extreme UV level for Derna District. Outdoor work during solar noon carries real sunburn risk within 10 minutes of unprotected exposure.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Derna District?
At Derna District's latitude of 32.767°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 427.90° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Derna District are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 32.767, 22.6367. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Derna District (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 Derna District versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:27 AM | 7:42 PM | 14h 15m |
| 2025 | 5:27 AM | 7:42 PM | 14h 15m |
| 2021 | 5:27 AM | 7:42 PM | 14h 14m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Derna District today?
In Derna District, the sun rises at exactly 5:27 AM and sets at 7:42 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 15m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Derna District today?
Today, morning golden hour in Derna District runs from N/A to 6:03 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:06 PM and lasts until 7:39 PM.
Why does sunrise in Derna District shift every day?
At Derna District's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 427.90° (ENE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is approaching the solar plateau near the Winter Solstice until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Derna District at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:34 PM when the sun reaches 68.65. This produces an extreme UV level for Derna District. Outdoor work during solar noon carries real sunburn risk within 10 minutes of unprotected exposure.
Has the sunrise time in Derna District 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 5:27 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:27 AM.