The Sun rises in the east. However, this is a generalization because the exact point on the horizon where the Sun rises changes throughout the year due to the Earth's axial tilt. The Sun only rises exactly due east on two days of the year—the spring and fall equinoxes. On other days, it rises either north or south of due east. In the summer, the Sun rises north of east (closer to northeast in the Northern Hemisphere), and in the winter, it rises south of east (closer to southeast). These variations in sunrise points are caused by the tilt of the Earth's axis as it orbits the Sun.
In summary:
- The Sun generally rises in the east.
- Exact sunrise direction shifts daily between northeast and southeast depending on the season.
- The shift is more pronounced the farther from the equator one is located.
This means the statement "the Sun rises in the east" is broadly true but varies with the time of year and location.
