Sunrise & Sunset Overview
Today's sunrise and sunset times for cities in Norway
Sunrise in Norway today ranges from 05:47 in Oslo to 05:47 in Oslo, reflecting the country's geographic spread. Times are accurate to within 1 minute.
Capital: Oslo
Sunrise
05:47
Sunset
20:46
Major Cities
| City | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oslo | 05:47 | 20:46 | 14h 58m |
About Sunrise & Sunset in Norway
Norway spans approximately 60.5°N. Norway 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 Norway
Golden hour photography across Norway varies by location and season. Near-tropical regions of Norway 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 Norway
The difference between the longest and shortest day in Norway depends on latitude. At high latitudes, some regions of Norway may experience near-continuous daylight near the summer solstice and very short days in winter.
The best time of year to visit Norway 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 Norway today?
- Today's earliest sunrise in Norway is at 05:47 (Oslo) and the latest is 05:47 (Oslo), reflecting the country's geographic spread.
- Which city in Norway has the earliest sunrise?
- Oslo currently has the earliest sunrise in Norway at 05:47. Eastern cities in any country always see sunrise first.
- How many daylight hours does Norway get?
- Norway's high latitude means dramatic seasonal variation: from under 8 hours of daylight in winter to over 16 hours in summer.