Today in Kaliningrad, Russia, the sun rises at 5:27 AM and sets at 7:57 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 30m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kaliningrad is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kaliningrad
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kaliningrad runs from N/A to 6:17 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:08 PM and lasts until 7:57 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kaliningrad experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 30m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kaliningrad falls exactly at 12:42 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.43 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 Kaliningrad today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kaliningrad?
At Kaliningrad's latitude of 54.7046485°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 27.42° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kaliningrad are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 54.7046485, 20.4565666. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kaliningrad (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 Kaliningrad versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:27 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 30m |
| 2025 | 5:27 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 29m |
| 2021 | 5:28 AM | 7:57 PM | 14h 29m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kaliningrad today?
In Kaliningrad, the sun rises at exactly 5:27 AM and sets at 7:57 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 30m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kaliningrad today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kaliningrad runs from N/A to 6:17 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:08 PM and lasts until 7:53 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kaliningrad shift every day?
At Kaliningrad's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 27.42° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 4 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Kaliningrad at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:42 PM when the sun reaches 44.43. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kaliningrad today.
Has the sunrise time in Kaliningrad 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 5:27 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:28 AM.