Today in Sumy Oblast, Ukraine, the sun rises at 5:38 AM and sets at 7:52 PM, giving the city exactly 14h 14m 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, Sumy Oblast is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Sumy Oblast
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Sumy Oblast runs from N/A to 6:23 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:07 PM and lasts until 7:52 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Sumy Oblast experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 14h 14m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Sumy Oblast falls exactly at 12:45 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 42.46 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 Sumy Oblast today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Sumy Oblast?
At Sumy Oblast's latitude of 50.9119775°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 47.67° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Sumy Oblast are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 50.9119775, 34.8027723. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Sumy 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 Sumy Oblast versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:38 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 14m |
| 2025 | 5:38 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 13m |
| 2021 | 5:38 AM | 7:52 PM | 14h 13m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Sumy Oblast today?
In Sumy Oblast, the sun rises at exactly 5:38 AM and sets at 7:52 PM today. This gives the city a total of 14h 14m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Sumy Oblast today?
Today, morning golden hour in Sumy Oblast runs from N/A to 6:23 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:07 PM and lasts until 7:49 PM.
Why does sunrise in Sumy Oblast shift every day?
At Sumy Oblast's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 47.67° (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 Sumy Oblast at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:45 PM when the sun reaches 42.46. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Sumy Oblast today.
Has the sunrise time in Sumy 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 5:38 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:38 AM.