Today in Åland, Finland, the sun rises at 6:08 AM and sets at 9:21 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 12m of daylight. That is 5 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 5 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Åland is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Åland
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Åland runs from N/A to 7:07 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:22 PM and lasts until 9:21 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Åland's high-latitude position means daylight swings dramatically across the year, from near-polar days exceeding 20 hours in summer to under 5 hours in winter.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Åland falls exactly at 1:44 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 39.93 above the horizon. At this specific time, the solar angle produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Åland today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Åland?
At Åland's latitude of 60.2166218°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 24.60° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Åland are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 60.2166218, 19.9438638. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Åland (Past Years)
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Here is a comparison of today's sunrise and sunset times in Åland versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:08 AM | 9:21 PM | 15h 12m |
| 2025 | 6:09 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 10m |
| 2021 | 6:09 AM | 9:20 PM | 15h 10m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Åland today?
In Åland, the sun rises at exactly 6:08 AM and sets at 9:21 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 12m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Åland today?
Today, morning golden hour in Åland runs from N/A to 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:22 PM and lasts until 9:16 PM.
Why does sunrise in Åland shift every day?
At Åland's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 24.60° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 5 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Åland at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:44 PM when the sun reaches 39.93. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Åland today.
Has the sunrise time in Åland changed compared to previous years?
Due to the Earth's precise orbit, solar times remain highly consistent year over year. Exactly one year ago in 2025, sunrise was at 6:09 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:09 AM.