Today in Vilnius, Lithuania, the sun rises at 4:52 AM and sets at 9:56 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 3m 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, Vilnius is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Vilnius
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Vilnius runs from N/A to 5:52 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:57 PM and lasts until 9:56 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Vilnius experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 3m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Vilnius falls exactly at 1:24 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 53.24 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Vilnius in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Vilnius?
At Vilnius's latitude of 54.6870458°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 398.85° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Vilnius are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 54.6870458, 25.2829111. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Vilnius (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 Vilnius versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:52 AM | 9:56 PM | 17h 3m |
| 2025 | 4:53 AM | 9:56 PM | 17h 3m |
| 2021 | 4:53 AM | 9:56 PM | 17h 3m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Vilnius today?
In Vilnius, the sun rises at exactly 4:52 AM and sets at 9:56 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 3m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Vilnius today?
Today, morning golden hour in Vilnius runs from N/A to 5:52 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:57 PM and lasts until 9:51 PM.
Why does sunrise in Vilnius shift every day?
At Vilnius's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 398.85° (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 Vilnius at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:24 PM when the sun reaches 53.24. This produces very high UV, typical of Vilnius in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Vilnius 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 4:53 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:53 AM.