Today in Craiova, Romania, the sun rises at 7:28 AM and sets at 7:01 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 32m 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, Craiova is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Craiova
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Craiova runs from N/A to 8:06 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:22 PM and lasts until 7:01 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Craiova sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Craiova falls exactly at 1:14 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 35.51 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 Craiova today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Craiova?
At Craiova's latitude of 44.3190159°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 33.22° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Craiova are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 44.3190159, 23.7965614. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Craiova (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 Craiova versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:28 AM | 7:01 PM | 11h 32m |
| 2025 | 7:28 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 32m |
| 2021 | 7:28 AM | 7:00 PM | 11h 32m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Craiova today?
In Craiova, the sun rises at exactly 7:28 AM and sets at 7:01 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 32m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Craiova today?
Today, morning golden hour in Craiova runs from N/A to 8:06 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:22 PM and lasts until 6:58 PM.
Why does sunrise in Craiova shift every day?
At Craiova's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 33.22° (NNE). 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 Craiova at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:14 PM when the sun reaches 35.51. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Craiova today.
Has the sunrise time in Craiova 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 7:28 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:28 AM.