Today in Lappeenranta, Finland, the sun rises at 5:32 AM and sets at 8:51 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 19m 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, Lappeenranta is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Lappeenranta
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Lappeenranta runs from N/A to 6:32 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:51 PM and lasts until 8:51 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Lappeenranta'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 Lappeenranta falls exactly at 1:11 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 37.22 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 Lappeenranta today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Lappeenranta?
At Lappeenranta's latitude of 61.0583417°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 34.26° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Lappeenranta are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 61.0583417, 28.1862293. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Lappeenranta (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 Lappeenranta versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:32 AM | 8:51 PM | 15h 19m |
| 2025 | 5:32 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 17m |
| 2021 | 5:33 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 17m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Lappeenranta today?
In Lappeenranta, the sun rises at exactly 5:32 AM and sets at 8:51 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 19m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Lappeenranta today?
Today, morning golden hour in Lappeenranta runs from N/A to 6:32 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:51 PM and lasts until 8:46 PM.
Why does sunrise in Lappeenranta shift every day?
At Lappeenranta's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 34.26° (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 Lappeenranta at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:11 PM when the sun reaches 37.22. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Lappeenranta today.
Has the sunrise time in Lappeenranta 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 5:32 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:33 AM.