Today in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine, the sun rises at 6:31 AM and sets at 6:07 PM, giving the city exactly 11h 35m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 79 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Donetsk Oblast is currently in its Autumn season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Donetsk Oblast
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Donetsk Oblast runs from N/A to 7:12 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 5:25 PM and lasts until 6:07 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Donetsk Oblast experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 11h 35m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Donetsk Oblast falls exactly at 12:19 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 27.30 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Donetsk Oblast, typical of its Autumn season.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Donetsk Oblast?
At Donetsk Oblast's latitude of 47.9212914°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 46.71° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Donetsk Oblast are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 47.9212914, 37.7809825. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Donetsk Oblast (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 Donetsk Oblast versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:31 AM | 6:07 PM | 11h 35m |
| 2025 | 6:31 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 34m |
| 2021 | 6:31 AM | 6:06 PM | 11h 34m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Donetsk Oblast today?
In Donetsk Oblast, the sun rises at exactly 6:31 AM and sets at 6:07 PM today. This gives the city a total of 11h 35m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Donetsk Oblast today?
Today, morning golden hour in Donetsk Oblast runs from N/A to 7:12 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 5:25 PM and lasts until 6:03 PM.
Why does sunrise in Donetsk Oblast shift every day?
At Donetsk Oblast's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 46.71° (NE). 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 Donetsk Oblast at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:19 PM when the sun reaches 27.30. This produces a relatively low UV exposure day for Donetsk Oblast, typical of its Autumn season.
Has the sunrise time in Donetsk Oblast 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 6:31 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:31 AM.