Today in Kaunas, Lithuania, the sun rises at 4:57 AM and sets at 10:03 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 6m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kaunas is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kaunas
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kaunas runs from N/A to 5:57 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:03 PM and lasts until 10:03 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kaunas experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 6m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kaunas falls exactly at 1:30 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 53.56 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Kaunas in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kaunas?
At Kaunas's latitude of 54.8982139°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 396.70° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kaunas are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 54.8982139, 23.9044817. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kaunas (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 Kaunas versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:57 AM | 10:03 PM | 17h 6m |
| 2025 | 4:57 AM | 10:03 PM | 17h 5m |
| 2021 | 4:57 AM | 10:03 PM | 17h 5m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kaunas today?
In Kaunas, the sun rises at exactly 4:57 AM and sets at 10:03 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 6m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kaunas today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kaunas runs from N/A to 5:57 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:03 PM and lasts until 9:58 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kaunas shift every day?
At Kaunas's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 396.70° (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 Kaunas at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:30 PM when the sun reaches 53.56. This produces very high UV, typical of Kaunas in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Kaunas 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 4:57 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:57 AM.