Today in Kazan, Russia, the sun rises at 4:29 AM and sets at 7:06 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 37m 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, Kazan is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kazan
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kazan runs from N/A to 5:20 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:15 PM and lasts until 7:06 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kazan experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 37m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kazan falls exactly at 11:48 AM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.39 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 Kazan today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kazan?
At Kazan's latitude of 55.7946485°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 59.91° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kazan are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 55.7946485, 49.1115022. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kazan (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 Kazan versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:29 AM | 7:06 PM | 14h 37m |
| 2025 | 4:30 AM | 7:05 PM | 14h 35m |
| 2021 | 4:30 AM | 7:05 PM | 14h 35m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kazan today?
In Kazan, the sun rises at exactly 4:29 AM and sets at 7:06 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 37m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kazan today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kazan runs from N/A to 5:20 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:15 PM and lasts until 7:02 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kazan shift every day?
At Kazan's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 59.91° (ENE). 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 Kazan at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 11:48 AM when the sun reaches 32.39. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kazan today.
Has the sunrise time in Kazan 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 4:30 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:30 AM.