Today in Rovaniemi, Finland, the sun rises at 1:39 AM and sets at 1:06 AM, giving the city exactly 23h 26m of daylight. That is 34 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 34 minutes of daylight each day. With 167 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Rovaniemi is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Rovaniemi
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Rovaniemi runs from N/A to 4:33 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 10:12 PM and lasts until 1:06 AM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Rovaniemi'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 Rovaniemi falls exactly at 1:23 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.44 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 Rovaniemi today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Rovaniemi?
At Rovaniemi's latitude of 66.5025537°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 391.74° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Rovaniemi are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 66.5025537, 25.7303912. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Rovaniemi (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 Rovaniemi versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 1:39 AM | 1:06 AM | 23h 26m |
| 2025 | 1:43 AM | 1:02 AM | 23h 19m |
| 2021 | 1:43 AM | 1:02 AM | 23h 18m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Rovaniemi today?
In Rovaniemi, the sun rises at exactly 1:39 AM and sets at 1:06 AM today. This gives the city a total of 23h 26m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Rovaniemi today?
Today, morning golden hour in Rovaniemi runs from N/A to 4:33 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 10:12 PM and lasts until 12:28 AM.
Why does sunrise in Rovaniemi shift every day?
At Rovaniemi's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 391.74° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 34 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Rovaniemi at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:23 PM when the sun reaches 43.44. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Rovaniemi today.
Has the sunrise time in Rovaniemi 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 1:43 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 1:43 AM.