Today in Vaud, Switzerland, the sun rises at 7:38 AM and sets at 7:08 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 30m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 77 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Vaud is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Vaud
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Vaud runs from N/A to 8:18 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 6:28 PM and lasts until 7:08 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Vaud experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 11h 30m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Vaud falls exactly at 1:23 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 38.04 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 Vaud today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Vaud?
At Vaud's latitude of 46.6356963°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 11.82° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Vaud are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 46.6356963, 6.5320717. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Vaud (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 Vaud versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 7:38 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 30m |
| 2025 | 7:38 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 29m |
| 2021 | 7:38 AM | 7:08 PM | 11h 29m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Vaud today?
In Vaud, the sun rises at exactly 7:38 AM and sets at 7:08 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 30m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Vaud today?
Today, morning golden hour in Vaud runs from N/A to 8:18 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 6:28 PM and lasts until 7:05 PM.
Why does sunrise in Vaud shift every day?
At Vaud's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 11.82° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 3 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Vaud at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:23 PM when the sun reaches 38.04. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Vaud today.
Has the sunrise time in Vaud 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 7:38 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 7:38 AM.