Today in Olsztyn, Poland, the sun rises at 4:17 AM and sets at 9:10 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 52m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Olsztyn is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Olsztyn
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Olsztyn runs from N/A to 5:15 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:12 PM and lasts until 9:10 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Olsztyn experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 52m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Olsztyn falls exactly at 12:44 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 55.62 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Olsztyn in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Olsztyn?
At Olsztyn's latitude of 53.776644°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 392.50° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Olsztyn are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 53.776644, 20.4777531. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Olsztyn (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 Olsztyn versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:17 AM | 9:10 PM | 16h 52m |
| 2025 | 4:18 AM | 9:09 PM | 16h 51m |
| 2021 | 4:18 AM | 9:09 PM | 16h 51m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Olsztyn today?
In Olsztyn, the sun rises at exactly 4:17 AM and sets at 9:10 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 52m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Olsztyn today?
Today, morning golden hour in Olsztyn runs from N/A to 5:15 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:12 PM and lasts until 9:05 PM.
Why does sunrise in Olsztyn shift every day?
At Olsztyn's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 392.50° (NNE). 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 Olsztyn at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:44 PM when the sun reaches 55.62. This produces very high UV, typical of Olsztyn in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Olsztyn 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 4:18 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:18 AM.