Today in Tulcea, Romania, the sun rises at 7:08 AM and sets at 6:40 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, Tulcea is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Tulcea
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Tulcea runs from N/A to 7:47 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:01 PM and lasts until 6:40 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Tulcea experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 11h 32m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Tulcea falls exactly at 12:54 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.73 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 Tulcea today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Tulcea?
At Tulcea's latitude of 45.177518°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 38.36° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Tulcea are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 45.177518, 28.8016348. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Tulcea (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 Tulcea versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:08 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 32m |
| 2025 | 7:08 AM | 6:40 PM | 11h 31m |
| 2021 | 7:08 AM | 6:39 PM | 11h 31m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Tulcea today?
In Tulcea, the sun rises at exactly 7:08 AM and sets at 6:40 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 32m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Tulcea today?
Today, morning golden hour in Tulcea runs from N/A to 7:47 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:01 PM and lasts until 6:37 PM.
Why does sunrise in Tulcea shift every day?
At Tulcea's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 38.36° (NE). 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 Tulcea at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:54 PM when the sun reaches 32.73. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Tulcea today.
Has the sunrise time in Tulcea 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 7:08 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:08 AM.