Today in Samara Oblast, Russia, the sun rises at 4:24 AM and sets at 9:02 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 37m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 166 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Samara Oblast is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Samara Oblast
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Samara Oblast runs from N/A to 5:20 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:07 PM and lasts until 9:02 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Samara Oblast experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 37m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Samara Oblast falls exactly at 12:43 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 42.05 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 Samara Oblast today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Samara Oblast?
At Samara Oblast's latitude of 52.676757°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 430.52° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Samara Oblast are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 52.676757, 50.5873689. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Samara 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 Samara Oblast versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:24 AM | 9:02 PM | 16h 37m |
| 2025 | 4:25 AM | 9:02 PM | 16h 37m |
| 2021 | 4:25 AM | 9:02 PM | 16h 37m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Samara Oblast today?
In Samara Oblast, the sun rises at exactly 4:24 AM and sets at 9:02 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 37m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Samara Oblast today?
Today, morning golden hour in Samara Oblast runs from N/A to 5:20 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:07 PM and lasts until 8:58 PM.
Why does sunrise in Samara Oblast shift every day?
At Samara Oblast's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 430.52° (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 Samara Oblast at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:43 PM when the sun reaches 42.05. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Samara Oblast today.
Has the sunrise time in Samara 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 4:25 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:25 AM.