Today in Guimaraes, Portugal, the sun rises at 7:34 AM and sets at 7:10 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 35m 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, Guimaraes is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Guimaraes
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Guimaraes runs from N/A to 8:11 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:33 PM and lasts until 7:10 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Guimaraes sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Guimaraes falls exactly at 1:22 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.62 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 Guimaraes today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Guimaraes?
At Guimaraes's latitude of 41.4417677°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 352.40° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Guimaraes are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 41.4417677, -8.2955712. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Guimaraes (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 Guimaraes versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:34 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 35m |
| 2025 | 7:35 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 35m |
| 2021 | 7:35 AM | 7:10 PM | 11h 34m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Guimaraes today?
In Guimaraes, the sun rises at exactly 7:34 AM and sets at 7:10 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 35m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Guimaraes today?
Today, morning golden hour in Guimaraes runs from N/A to 8:11 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:33 PM and lasts until 7:07 PM.
Why does sunrise in Guimaraes shift every day?
At Guimaraes's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 352.40° (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 Guimaraes at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:22 PM when the sun reaches 43.62. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Guimaraes today.
Has the sunrise time in Guimaraes 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 7:35 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:35 AM.