Today in Kosovo and Metohija, Serbia, the sun rises at 5:48 AM and sets at 7:37 PM, giving the city exactly 13h 49m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kosovo and Metohija is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kosovo and Metohija
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kosovo and Metohija runs from N/A to 6:28 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:57 PM and lasts until 7:37 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Kosovo and Metohija sits in the subtropics, where the annual swing in daylight is moderate.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kosovo and Metohija falls exactly at 12:42 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 53.32 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Kosovo and Metohija in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kosovo and Metohija?
At Kosovo and Metohija's latitude of 44.8202215°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 33.19° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kosovo and Metohija are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 44.8202215, 20.4291157. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kosovo and Metohija (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 Kosovo and Metohija versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:48 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 49m |
| 2025 | 5:48 AM | 7:37 PM | 13h 48m |
| 2021 | 5:48 AM | 7:36 PM | 13h 48m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kosovo and Metohija today?
In Kosovo and Metohija, the sun rises at exactly 5:48 AM and sets at 7:37 PM today. This gives the city a total of 13h 49m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kosovo and Metohija today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kosovo and Metohija runs from N/A to 6:28 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:57 PM and lasts until 7:34 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kosovo and Metohija shift every day?
At Kosovo and Metohija's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 33.19° (NNE). 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 Kosovo and Metohija at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:42 PM when the sun reaches 53.32. This produces very high UV, typical of Kosovo and Metohija in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Kosovo and Metohija 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 5:48 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:48 AM.