Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Finland
Sunrise in Finland today ranges from 05:50 in Helsinki to 05:50 in Helsinki, reflecting the country's geographic spread. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Capital: Helsinki
Sunrise
05:50
Sunset
20:50
Major Cities
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helsinki | 05:50 | 20:50 | 15h 00m |
About Sunrise & Sunset in Finland
Finland spans approximately 61.9°N. Finland is at high latitude, giving it exceptionally long summer days with up to 18 or more hours of daylight in some regions. Click any city above for complete data including golden hour, blue hour, twilight times, moon phase, and monthly sun tables.
Golden Hour in Finland
Golden hour photography across Finland varies by location and season. Near-tropical regions of Finland 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 Finland
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Finland depends on latitude. At high latitudes, some regions of Finland may experience near-continuous daylight near the summer solstice and very short days in winter.
The best time of year to visit Finland 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 Finland today?
- Today's earliest sunrise in Finland is at 05:50 (Helsinki) and the latest is 05:50 (Helsinki), reflecting the country's geographic spread.
- Which city in Finland has the earliest sunrise?
- Helsinki currently has the earliest sunrise in Finland at 05:50. Eastern cities in any country always see sunrise first.
- How many daylight hours does Finland get?
- Finland's high latitude means dramatic seasonal variation: from under 8 hours of daylight in winter to over 16 hours in summer.