Today in Yekaterinburg, Russia, the sun rises at 4:16 AM and sets at 9:50 PM, giving the city exactly 17h 34m 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, Yekaterinburg is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Yekaterinburg
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Yekaterinburg runs from N/A to 5:21 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:45 PM and lasts until 9:50 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Yekaterinburg experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 17h 34m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Yekaterinburg falls exactly at 1:03 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 35.41 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 Yekaterinburg today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Yekaterinburg?
At Yekaterinburg's latitude of 56.8382071°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 436.94° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Yekaterinburg are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 56.8382071, 60.6007886. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Yekaterinburg (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 Yekaterinburg versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:16 AM | 9:50 PM | 17h 34m |
| 2025 | 4:16 AM | 9:50 PM | 17h 33m |
| 2021 | 4:16 AM | 9:50 PM | 17h 33m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Yekaterinburg today?
In Yekaterinburg, the sun rises at exactly 4:16 AM and sets at 9:50 PM today. This gives the city a total of 17h 34m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Yekaterinburg today?
Today, morning golden hour in Yekaterinburg runs from N/A to 5:21 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:45 PM and lasts until 9:45 PM.
Why does sunrise in Yekaterinburg shift every day?
At Yekaterinburg's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 436.94° (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 Yekaterinburg at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:03 PM when the sun reaches 35.41. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Yekaterinburg today.
Has the sunrise time in Yekaterinburg 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 4:16 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:16 AM.