Today in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, Russia, the sun rises at 3:32 AM and sets at 8:46 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 14m 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 Oblast is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast runs from N/A to 4:33 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:45 PM and lasts until 8:46 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Nizhny Novgorod Oblast experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 14m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast falls exactly at 12:09 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.47 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 Oblast today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast?
At Nizhny Novgorod Oblast's latitude of 55.4718033°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 421.53° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Nizhny Novgorod Oblast are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 55.4718033, 44.0911594. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Nizhny Novgorod 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 Nizhny Novgorod Oblast versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 3:32 AM | 8:46 PM | 17h 14m |
| 2025 | 3:32 AM | 8:46 PM | 17h 13m |
| 2021 | 3:32 AM | 8:46 PM | 17h 13m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast today?
In Nizhny Novgorod Oblast, the sun rises at exactly 3:32 AM and sets at 8:46 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 14m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast today?
Today, morning golden hour in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast runs from N/A to 4:33 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:45 PM and lasts until 8:41 PM.
Why does sunrise in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast shift every day?
At Nizhny Novgorod Oblast's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 421.53° (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 Oblast at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:09 PM when the sun reaches 44.47. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Nizhny Novgorod Oblast today.
Has the sunrise time in Nizhny Novgorod 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 3:32 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 3:32 AM.