Today in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, the sun rises at 4:56 AM and sets at 8:48 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 51m of daylight. That is 2 minutes shorter than yesterday—just past its peak, losing daylight slowly. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kryvyi Rih is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kryvyi Rih
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kryvyi Rih runs from N/A to 5:44 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:00 PM and lasts until 8:48 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Kryvyi Rih experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 51m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Kryvyi Rih falls exactly at 12:52 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 54.04 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces very high UV, typical of Kryvyi Rih in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kryvyi Rih?
At Kryvyi Rih's latitude of 47.9102734°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 416.66° (ENE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kryvyi Rih are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 47.9102734, 33.3917703. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kryvyi Rih (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 Kryvyi Rih versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:56 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 51m |
| 2025 | 4:56 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 51m |
| 2021 | 4:56 AM | 8:48 PM | 15h 51m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kryvyi Rih today?
In Kryvyi Rih, the sun rises at exactly 4:56 AM and sets at 8:48 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 51m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kryvyi Rih today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kryvyi Rih runs from N/A to 5:44 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:00 PM and lasts until 8:44 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kryvyi Rih shift every day?
At Kryvyi Rih's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 416.66° (ENE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is just past its peak, losing daylight slowly until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Kryvyi Rih at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:52 PM when the sun reaches 54.04. This produces very high UV, typical of Kryvyi Rih in Summer. SPF 30+ is advisable for anyone spending more than 20 minutes outside.
Has the sunrise time in Kryvyi Rih 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 4:56 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:56 AM.