Today in Helsinki, Finland, the sun rises at 5:51 AM and sets at 8:57 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 6m of daylight. That is 5 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 5 minutes of daylight each day. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Helsinki is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Helsinki
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Helsinki runs from N/A to 6:49 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:59 PM and lasts until 8:57 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Helsinki'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 Helsinki falls exactly at 1:24 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 38.48 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 Helsinki today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Helsinki?
At Helsinki's latitude of 60.1666204°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 30.73° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Helsinki are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 60.1666204, 24.9435408. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Helsinki (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 Helsinki versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:51 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 6m |
| 2025 | 5:52 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 5m |
| 2021 | 5:52 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 5m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Helsinki today?
In Helsinki, the sun rises at exactly 5:51 AM and sets at 8:57 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 6m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Helsinki today?
Today, morning golden hour in Helsinki runs from N/A to 6:49 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:59 PM and lasts until 8:53 PM.
Why does sunrise in Helsinki shift every day?
At Helsinki's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 30.73° (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 Helsinki at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:24 PM when the sun reaches 38.48. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Helsinki today.
Has the sunrise time in Helsinki 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 5:52 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:52 AM.