Today in Östergötland County, Sweden, the sun rises at 5:31 AM and sets at 8:29 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 58m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Östergötland County is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Östergötland County
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Östergötland County runs from N/A to 6:26 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:34 PM and lasts until 8:29 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Östergötland County experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 58m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Östergötland County falls exactly at 1:00 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 42.40 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 Östergötland County today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Östergötland County?
At Östergötland County's latitude of 58.3678117°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 20.25° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Östergötland County are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 58.3678117, 16.0463853. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Östergötland County (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 Östergötland County versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:31 AM | 8:29 PM | 14h 58m |
| 2025 | 5:32 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 56m |
| 2021 | 5:32 AM | 8:28 PM | 14h 56m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Östergötland County today?
In Östergötland County, the sun rises at exactly 5:31 AM and sets at 8:29 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 58m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Östergötland County today?
Today, morning golden hour in Östergötland County runs from N/A to 6:26 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:34 PM and lasts until 8:25 PM.
Why does sunrise in Östergötland County shift every day?
At Östergötland County's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 20.25° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 4 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Östergötland County at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:00 PM when the sun reaches 42.40. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Östergötland County today.
Has the sunrise time in Östergötland County 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 5:32 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:32 AM.