Today in Prešov, Slovakia, the sun rises at 4:40 AM and sets at 8:41 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 1m of daylight. That is 1 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Prešov is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Prešov
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Prešov runs from N/A to 5:29 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:52 PM and lasts until 8:41 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Prešov experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 1m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Prešov falls exactly at 12:41 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 59.25 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Prešov in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Prešov?
At Prešov's latitude of 49.0000074°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 398.02° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Prešov are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 49.0000074, 21.2392122. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Prešov (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 Prešov versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:40 AM | 8:41 PM | 16h 1m |
| 2025 | 4:40 AM | 8:41 PM | 16h 1m |
| 2021 | 4:40 AM | 8:41 PM | 16h 1m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Prešov today?
In Prešov, the sun rises at exactly 4:40 AM and sets at 8:41 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 1m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Prešov today?
Today, morning golden hour in Prešov runs from N/A to 5:29 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:52 PM and lasts until 8:37 PM.
Why does sunrise in Prešov shift every day?
At Prešov's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 398.02° (NE). 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 Prešov at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:41 PM when the sun reaches 59.25. This produces very high UV, typical of Prešov in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Prešov 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 4:40 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:40 AM.