Today in Kainuu, Finland, the sun rises at 2:47 AM and sets at 11:35 PM, giving the city exactly 20h 48m of daylight. That is 5 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 5 minutes of daylight each day. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kainuu is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kainuu
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kainuu runs from N/A to 4:40 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 9:42 PM and lasts until 11:35 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Kainuu'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 Kainuu falls exactly at 1:11 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 44.33 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 Kainuu today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kainuu?
At Kainuu's latitude of 64.5946354°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 396.43° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kainuu are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 64.5946354, 28.6810524. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kainuu (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 Kainuu versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 2:47 AM | 11:35 PM | 20h 48m |
| 2025 | 2:47 AM | 11:34 PM | 20h 46m |
| 2021 | 2:48 AM | 11:34 PM | 20h 46m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kainuu today?
In Kainuu, the sun rises at exactly 2:47 AM and sets at 11:35 PM today. This gives the city a total of 20h 48m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kainuu today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kainuu runs from N/A to 4:40 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 9:42 PM and lasts until 11:22 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kainuu shift every day?
At Kainuu's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 396.43° (NE). 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 Kainuu at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:11 PM when the sun reaches 44.33. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kainuu today.
Has the sunrise time in Kainuu 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 2:47 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 2:48 AM.