Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Germany
Sunrise in Germany today ranges from 05:59 in Berlin to 06:28 in Düsseldorf, reflecting the country's geographic spread. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Capital: Berlin
Sunrise
05:59
Sunset
20:13
Major Cities
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berlin | 05:59 | 20:13 | 14h 14m |
| Munich | 06:16 | 20:11 | 13h 55m |
| Hamburg | 06:10 | 20:29 | 14h 19m |
| Frankfurt | 06:23 | 20:26 | 14h 03m |
| Cologne | 06:28 | 20:35 | 14h 07m |
| Stuttgart | 06:24 | 20:22 | 13h 58m |
| Düsseldorf | 06:28 | 20:37 | 14h 08m |
| Dortmund | 06:25 | 20:34 | 14h 10m |
| Essen | 06:27 | 20:36 | 14h 09m |
| Bremen | 06:16 | 20:33 | 14h 17m |
| Leipzig | 06:06 | 20:14 | 14h 09m |
| Dresden | 06:01 | 20:08 | 14h 07m |
| Hannover | 06:14 | 20:27 | 14h 14m |
| Nuremberg | 06:15 | 20:15 | 14h 00m |
About Sunrise & Sunset in Germany
Germany spans approximately 51.2°N. At this latitude, Germany sees significant seasonal daylight variation, from roughly 9 hours in winter to 15 hours in summer. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.
Golden Hour in Germany
Golden hour photography across Germany varies by location and season. Near-tropical regions of Germany experience shorter golden hour windows of 20 to 40 minutes, but the warm light is intense. Click any city in the table above to see exact golden hour times for that location.
Seasonal Daylight in Germany
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Germany depends on latitude. At high latitudes, some regions of Germany may experience near-continuous daylight near the summer solstice and very short days in winter.
The best time of year to visit Germany for photography depends on your goals. Long summer days provide more total shooting hours, but winter offers lower sun angles that produce dramatic shadows and warm light throughout more of the day. Spring and autumn equinox periods offer balanced light that works well for most subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What time is sunrise in Germany today?
- Today's earliest sunrise in Germany is at 05:59 (Berlin) and the latest is 06:28 (Düsseldorf), reflecting the country's geographic spread.
- Which city in Germany has the earliest sunrise?
- Berlin currently has the earliest sunrise in Germany at 05:59. Eastern cities in any country always see sunrise first.
- How many daylight hours does Germany get?
- Germany receives roughly 9 hours of daylight in winter and up to 15 hours in summer, reflecting its mid-latitude position.