Today in Kharkiv, Ukraine, the sun rises at 5:34 AM and sets at 7:45 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 10m of daylight. That is 3 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 3 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kharkiv is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kharkiv
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kharkiv runs from N/A to 6:18 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:00 PM and lasts until 7:45 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kharkiv experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 10m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kharkiv falls exactly at 12:39 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 42.38 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 Kharkiv today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kharkiv?
At Kharkiv's latitude of 49.9923181°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 49.96° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kharkiv are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 49.9923181, 36.2310146. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kharkiv (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 Kharkiv versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:34 AM | 7:45 PM | 14h 10m |
| 2025 | 5:34 AM | 7:44 PM | 14h 9m |
| 2021 | 5:35 AM | 7:44 PM | 14h 9m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kharkiv today?
In Kharkiv, the sun rises at exactly 5:34 AM and sets at 7:45 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 10m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kharkiv today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kharkiv runs from N/A to 6:18 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:00 PM and lasts until 7:41 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kharkiv shift every day?
At Kharkiv's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 49.96° (NE). 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 Kharkiv at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:39 PM when the sun reaches 42.38. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kharkiv today.
Has the sunrise time in Kharkiv 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 5:34 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:35 AM.