Today in Saratov, Russia, the sun rises at 4:49 AM and sets at 9:14 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 25m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 166 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Saratov is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Saratov
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Saratov runs from N/A to 5:42 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:21 PM and lasts until 9:14 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Saratov experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 25m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Saratov falls exactly at 1:01 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 45.08 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Saratov in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Saratov?
At Saratov's latitude of 51.530018°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 426.98° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Saratov are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 51.530018, 46.034683. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Saratov (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 Saratov versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:49 AM | 9:14 PM | 16h 25m |
| 2025 | 4:49 AM | 9:14 PM | 16h 24m |
| 2021 | 4:49 AM | 9:14 PM | 16h 24m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Saratov today?
In Saratov, the sun rises at exactly 4:49 AM and sets at 9:14 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 25m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Saratov today?
Today, morning golden hour in Saratov runs from N/A to 5:42 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:21 PM and lasts until 9:10 PM.
Why does sunrise in Saratov shift every day?
At Saratov's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 426.98° (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 Saratov at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:01 PM when the sun reaches 45.08. This produces very high UV, typical of Saratov in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Saratov 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 4:49 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:49 AM.