Today in Kharkiv Oblast, Ukraine, the sun rises at 4:26 AM and sets at 8:47 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 20m of daylight. That is 0 minutes longer than yesterday—approaching the solar plateau near the Summer Solstice. With 5 days until the Summer Solstice on June 21, Kharkiv Oblast is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kharkiv Oblast
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kharkiv Oblast runs from N/A to 5:18 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:55 PM and lasts until 8:47 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kharkiv Oblast experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 16h 20m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kharkiv Oblast falls exactly at 12:37 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 51.35 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Kharkiv Oblast in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kharkiv Oblast?
At Kharkiv Oblast's latitude of 49.9923181°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 419.79° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kharkiv Oblast 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 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 Kharkiv Oblast versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:26 AM | 8:47 PM | 16h 20m |
| 2025 | 4:26 AM | 8:47 PM | 16h 20m |
| 2021 | 4:26 AM | 8:47 PM | 16h 20m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kharkiv Oblast today?
In Kharkiv Oblast, the sun rises at exactly 4:26 AM and sets at 8:47 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 20m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kharkiv Oblast today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kharkiv Oblast runs from N/A to 5:18 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:55 PM and lasts until 8:43 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kharkiv Oblast shift every day?
At Kharkiv Oblast's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 419.79° (ENE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is approaching the solar plateau near the Summer Solstice until the Summer Solstice on June 21.
What is the UV Index in Kharkiv Oblast at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:37 PM when the sun reaches 51.35. This produces very high UV, typical of Kharkiv Oblast in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Kharkiv 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 4:26 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:26 AM.