Today in Moscow, Russia, the sun rises at 5:14 AM and sets at 7:54 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 40m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Moscow is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Moscow
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Moscow runs from N/A to 6:05 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:03 PM and lasts until 7:54 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Moscow experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 40m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Moscow falls exactly at 12:34 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 38.05 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 Moscow today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Moscow?
At Moscow's latitude of 55.625578°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 47.92° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Moscow are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 55.625578, 37.6063916. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Moscow (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 Moscow versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:14 AM | 7:54 PM | 14h 40m |
| 2025 | 5:14 AM | 7:53 PM | 14h 39m |
| 2021 | 5:14 AM | 7:53 PM | 14h 38m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Moscow today?
In Moscow, the sun rises at exactly 5:14 AM and sets at 7:54 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 40m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Moscow today?
Today, morning golden hour in Moscow runs from N/A to 6:05 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:03 PM and lasts until 7:50 PM.
Why does sunrise in Moscow shift every day?
At Moscow's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 47.92° (NE). 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 Moscow at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:34 PM when the sun reaches 38.05. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Moscow today.
Has the sunrise time in Moscow 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 5:14 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:14 AM.