Today in North Karelia, Finland, the sun rises at 5:16 AM and sets at 8:51 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 35m of daylight. That is 6 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 6 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, North Karelia is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in North Karelia
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in North Karelia runs from N/A to 6:20 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:46 PM and lasts until 8:51 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. North Karelia'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 North Karelia falls exactly at 1:03 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 35.24 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 North Karelia today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in North Karelia?
At North Karelia's latitude of 62.801052°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 35.89° (NE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for North Karelia are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 62.801052, 30.2127116. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in North Karelia (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 North Karelia versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 5:16 AM | 8:51 PM | 15h 35m |
| 2025 | 5:16 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 33m |
| 2021 | 5:16 AM | 8:50 PM | 15h 33m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in North Karelia today?
In North Karelia, the sun rises at exactly 5:16 AM and sets at 8:51 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 35m of daylight.
When is golden hour in North Karelia today?
Today, morning golden hour in North Karelia runs from N/A to 6:20 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:46 PM and lasts until 8:46 PM.
Why does sunrise in North Karelia shift every day?
At North Karelia's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 35.89° (NE). 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 North Karelia at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:03 PM when the sun reaches 35.24. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in North Karelia today.
Has the sunrise time in North Karelia 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 5:16 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 5:16 AM.