Today in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia, the sun rises at 3:26 AM and sets at 8:53 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 26m 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, Nizhny Novgorod is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Nizhny Novgorod
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Nizhny Novgorod runs from N/A to 4:30 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:49 PM and lasts until 8:53 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Nizhny Novgorod experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 26m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Nizhny Novgorod falls exactly at 12:09 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.10 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 Nizhny Novgorod today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Nizhny Novgorod?
At Nizhny Novgorod's latitude of 56.3264816°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 420.70° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Nizhny Novgorod are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 56.3264816, 44.0051395. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Nizhny Novgorod (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 Nizhny Novgorod versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 3:26 AM | 8:53 PM | 17h 26m |
| 2025 | 3:26 AM | 8:52 PM | 17h 26m |
| 2021 | 3:27 AM | 8:52 PM | 17h 25m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Nizhny Novgorod today?
In Nizhny Novgorod, the sun rises at exactly 3:26 AM and sets at 8:53 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 26m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Nizhny Novgorod today?
Today, morning golden hour in Nizhny Novgorod runs from N/A to 4:30 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:49 PM and lasts until 8:47 PM.
Why does sunrise in Nizhny Novgorod shift every day?
At Nizhny Novgorod's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 420.70° (ENE). 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 Nizhny Novgorod at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:09 PM when the sun reaches 44.10. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Nizhny Novgorod today.
Has the sunrise time in Nizhny Novgorod 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 3:26 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 3:27 AM.