Today in Kaunas County, Lithuania, the sun rises at 6:10 AM and sets at 8:46 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 36m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kaunas County is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kaunas County
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kaunas County runs from N/A to 7:00 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:56 PM and lasts until 8:46 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kaunas County experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 36m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kaunas County falls exactly at 1:28 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.46 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kaunas County today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kaunas County?
At Kaunas County's latitude of 55.0162091°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 32.04° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kaunas County are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 55.0162091, 24.0862263. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kaunas County (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 County versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:10 AM | 8:46 PM | 14h 36m |
| 2025 | 6:10 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 35m |
| 2021 | 6:10 AM | 8:45 PM | 14h 35m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kaunas County today?
In Kaunas County, the sun rises at exactly 6:10 AM and sets at 8:46 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 36m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kaunas County today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kaunas County runs from N/A to 7:00 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:56 PM and lasts until 8:42 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kaunas County shift every day?
At Kaunas County's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 32.04° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 4 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Kaunas County at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:28 PM when the sun reaches 43.46. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kaunas County today.
Has the sunrise time in Kaunas County 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 6:10 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:10 AM.