Today in Poltava, Ukraine, the sun rises at 5:44 AM and sets at 7:54 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 9m of daylight. That is 4 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 4 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Poltava is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Poltava
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Poltava runs from N/A to 6:28 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:10 PM and lasts until 7:54 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Poltava experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 9m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Poltava falls exactly at 12:49 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.67 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 Poltava today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Poltava?
At Poltava's latitude of 49.8607809°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 47.16° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Poltava are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 49.8607809, 33.7498787. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Poltava (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 Poltava versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:44 AM | 7:54 PM | 14h 9m |
| 2025 | 5:45 AM | 7:54 PM | 14h 8m |
| 2021 | 5:45 AM | 7:54 PM | 14h 8m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Poltava today?
In Poltava, the sun rises at exactly 5:44 AM and sets at 7:54 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 9m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Poltava today?
Today, morning golden hour in Poltava runs from N/A to 6:28 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:10 PM and lasts until 7:51 PM.
Why does sunrise in Poltava shift every day?
At Poltava's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 47.16° (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 Poltava at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:49 PM when the sun reaches 43.67. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Poltava today.
Has the sunrise time in Poltava 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 5:45 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:45 AM.