Today in Saint Petersburg, Russia, the sun rises at 5:28 AM and sets at 8:39 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 10m of daylight. That is 5 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 5 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Saint Petersburg is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Saint Petersburg
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Saint Petersburg runs from N/A to 6:27 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:40 PM and lasts until 8:39 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Saint Petersburg experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 10m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Saint Petersburg falls exactly at 1:04 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 37.54 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 Saint Petersburg today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Saint Petersburg?
At Saint Petersburg's latitude of 59.9606739°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 37.07° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Saint Petersburg are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 59.9606739, 30.1586551. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Saint Petersburg (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 Saint Petersburg versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:28 AM | 8:39 PM | 15h 10m |
| 2025 | 5:29 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 8m |
| 2021 | 5:29 AM | 8:38 PM | 15h 8m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Saint Petersburg today?
In Saint Petersburg, the sun rises at exactly 5:28 AM and sets at 8:39 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 10m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Saint Petersburg today?
Today, morning golden hour in Saint Petersburg runs from N/A to 6:27 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:40 PM and lasts until 8:34 PM.
Why does sunrise in Saint Petersburg shift every day?
At Saint Petersburg's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 37.07° (NE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 5 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Saint Petersburg at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:04 PM when the sun reaches 37.54. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Saint Petersburg today.
Has the sunrise time in Saint Petersburg 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 5:29 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:29 AM.