Today in Ilfov, Romania, the sun rises at 5:39 AM and sets at 9:02 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 23m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 166 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Ilfov is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Ilfov
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Ilfov runs from N/A to 6:23 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:18 PM and lasts until 9:02 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Ilfov sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Ilfov falls exactly at 1:21 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 59.97 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Ilfov in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Ilfov?
At Ilfov's latitude of 44.5017074°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 411.06° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Ilfov are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 44.5017074, 26.2449077. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Ilfov (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 Ilfov versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:39 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 23m |
| 2025 | 5:39 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 23m |
| 2021 | 5:39 AM | 9:02 PM | 15h 22m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Ilfov today?
In Ilfov, the sun rises at exactly 5:39 AM and sets at 9:02 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 23m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Ilfov today?
Today, morning golden hour in Ilfov runs from N/A to 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:18 PM and lasts until 8:59 PM.
Why does sunrise in Ilfov shift every day?
At Ilfov's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 411.06° (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 Ilfov at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:21 PM when the sun reaches 59.97. This produces very high UV, typical of Ilfov in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Ilfov 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 5:39 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:39 AM.