Today in Chelyabinsk Oblast, Russia, the sun rises at 4:30 AM and sets at 9:31 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 0m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Chelyabinsk Oblast is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Chelyabinsk Oblast
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Chelyabinsk Oblast runs from N/A to 5:29 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:32 PM and lasts until 9:31 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Chelyabinsk Oblast experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 0m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Chelyabinsk Oblast falls exactly at 1:01 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 35.59 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 Chelyabinsk Oblast today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Chelyabinsk Oblast?
At Chelyabinsk Oblast's latitude of 54.4223954°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 439.15° (E). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Chelyabinsk Oblast are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 54.4223954, 61.1865846. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Chelyabinsk Oblast (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 Chelyabinsk Oblast versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:30 AM | 9:31 PM | 17h 0m |
| 2025 | 4:31 AM | 9:31 PM | 16h 59m |
| 2021 | 4:31 AM | 9:31 PM | 16h 59m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Chelyabinsk Oblast today?
In Chelyabinsk Oblast, the sun rises at exactly 4:30 AM and sets at 9:31 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 0m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Chelyabinsk Oblast today?
Today, morning golden hour in Chelyabinsk Oblast runs from N/A to 5:29 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:32 PM and lasts until 9:26 PM.
Why does sunrise in Chelyabinsk Oblast shift every day?
At Chelyabinsk Oblast's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 439.15° (E). 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 Chelyabinsk Oblast at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:01 PM when the sun reaches 35.59. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Chelyabinsk Oblast today.
Has the sunrise time in Chelyabinsk Oblast 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 4:31 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:31 AM.