Open Data Insight of the Day

On December 25, 2023, as the world celebrates a day of joy and togetherness, the sun has decided to take a leisurely approach to its duties. Rising at 8:14 AM and setting at 4:44 PM, it grants us a modest 510 minutes of daylight. The night, however, is in no rush to leave, stretching luxuriously for 930 minutes. Today marks the 359th day of the year, nestled comfortably in the heart of winter, with the last equinox a distant memory, 95 days behind us.

In a rare show of consistency, the sun has decided to maintain the status quo, offering no change in daylight duration since the last equinox. Both sunrise and sunset times remain unchanged, as if the sun is taking a well-deserved break from its usual routine of minute adjustments. It's as if the sun is saying, "Let's just keep things simple today, shall we?"

With an average solar radiation of 50 W/m², a 1 m² solar panel would generate just enough electricity to power a string of festive lights for a few hours—perfect for adding a twinkle to your holiday celebrations. It's a gentle reminder that while the sun may be taking it easy, the spirit of the season is as bright as ever.

Daylight statistics briefly step aside to acknowledge Christmas Day. The sun will do whatever it likes, but warmth, food, and good company are strongly encouraged. Merry Christmas! 🎄✨