Sunrise and Sunset Times in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
Today's Sun Data
| Event | Time |
|---|---|
| Sunrise | 8:02 AM |
| Solar Noon | 12:20 PM |
| Sunset | 4:37 PM |
| Morning Golden Hour | 8:02 AM - 8:57 AM |
| Evening Golden Hour | 3:42 PM - 4:37 PM |
| Civil Dawn | 7:25 AM |
| Civil Dusk | 5:14 PM |
| Nautical Dawn | 6:44 AM |
| Nautical Dusk | 5:55 PM |
| Astronomical Dawn | 6:04 AM |
| Astronomical Dusk | 6:35 PM |
| Day Length | 8h 35m |
Data updated daily.
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About Sun Times in Cologne
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia experiences varying sunrise and sunset times throughout the year due to its location at latitude 50.9375° and longitude 6.9603°. Today, the sun rises at 8:02 AM and sets at 4:37 PM, providing 8 hours and 35 minutes of daylight.
The golden hour, ideal for photography and outdoor activities, occurs in two periods today: morning from 8:02 AM to 8:57 AM, and evening from 3:42 PM to 4:37 PM. During these periods, the sun is low in the sky, creating warm, soft lighting conditions. Civil twilight begins at 7:25 AM and ends at 5:14 PM, offering enough natural light for most activities without artificial lighting.
Understanding these sun times helps residents and visitors plan their day, whether for outdoor recreation, photography, or simply knowing when to expect daylight. The times change daily as the Earth orbits the sun, with longer days in summer and shorter days in winter.