Today in Šiauliai County, Lithuania, the sun rises at 4:51 AM and sets at 10:12 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 20m 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, Šiauliai County is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Šiauliai County
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Šiauliai County runs from N/A to 5:54 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:10 PM and lasts until 10:12 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Šiauliai County experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 20m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Šiauliai County falls exactly at 1:32 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 52.89 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Šiauliai County in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Šiauliai County?
At Šiauliai County's latitude of 55.9398236°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 395.15° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Šiauliai County are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 55.9398236, 23.3937822. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Šiauliai 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 Šiauliai County versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:51 AM | 10:12 PM | 17h 20m |
| 2025 | 4:52 AM | 10:12 PM | 17h 20m |
| 2021 | 4:52 AM | 10:12 PM | 17h 20m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Šiauliai County today?
In Šiauliai County, the sun rises at exactly 4:51 AM and sets at 10:12 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 20m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Šiauliai County today?
Today, morning golden hour in Šiauliai County runs from N/A to 5:54 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:10 PM and lasts until 10:07 PM.
Why does sunrise in Šiauliai County shift every day?
At Šiauliai County's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 395.15° (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 Šiauliai County at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:32 PM when the sun reaches 52.89. This produces very high UV, typical of Šiauliai County in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Šiauliai 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 4:52 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:52 AM.