Today in Covilha, Portugal, the sun rises at 7:31 AM and sets at 7:08 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 36m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Covilha is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Covilha
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Covilha runs from N/A to 8:07 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:31 PM and lasts until 7:08 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Covilha sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Covilha falls exactly at 1:19 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.84 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 Covilha today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Covilha?
At Covilha's latitude of 40.2804021°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 353.36° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Covilha are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 40.2804021, -7.504191. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Covilha (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 Covilha versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:31 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 36m |
| 2025 | 7:31 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 36m |
| 2021 | 7:31 AM | 7:07 PM | 11h 36m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Covilha today?
In Covilha, the sun rises at exactly 7:31 AM and sets at 7:08 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 36m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Covilha today?
Today, morning golden hour in Covilha runs from N/A to 8:07 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:31 PM and lasts until 7:05 PM.
Why does sunrise in Covilha shift every day?
At Covilha's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 353.36° (N). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 3 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Covilha at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:19 PM when the sun reaches 44.84. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Covilha today.
Has the sunrise time in Covilha 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 7:31 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:31 AM.