Today in Kuopio, Finland, the sun rises at 5:28 AM and sets at 8:58 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 30m of daylight. That is 6 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 6 minutes of daylight each day. With 121 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Kuopio is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Kuopio
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Kuopio runs from N/A to 6:33 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:54 PM and lasts until 8:58 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Kuopio'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 Kuopio falls exactly at 1:13 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 35.48 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 Kuopio today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Kuopio?
At Kuopio's latitude of 62.8924628°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 32.88° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Kuopio are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 62.8924628, 27.6783603. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Kuopio (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 Kuopio versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:28 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 30m |
| 2025 | 5:29 AM | 8:58 PM | 15h 28m |
| 2021 | 5:29 AM | 8:57 PM | 15h 28m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Kuopio today?
In Kuopio, the sun rises at exactly 5:28 AM and sets at 8:58 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 30m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Kuopio today?
Today, morning golden hour in Kuopio runs from N/A to 6:33 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:54 PM and lasts until 8:53 PM.
Why does sunrise in Kuopio shift every day?
At Kuopio's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 32.88° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 6 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Kuopio at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:13 PM when the sun reaches 35.48. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Kuopio today.
Has the sunrise time in Kuopio 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 5:29 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:29 AM.