Today in Harstad, Norway, the sun rises at 4:31 AM and sets at 9:25 PM, giving the city exactly 16h 53m of daylight. That is 9 minutes shorter than yesterday—losing 9 minutes of daylight each day. With 122 days until the Winter Solstice on December 21, Harstad is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Harstad
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Harstad runs from N/A to 5:58 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 7:59 PM and lasts until 9:25 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. Harstad'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 Harstad falls exactly at 12:58 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 32.47 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 Harstad today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Harstad?
At Harstad's latitude of 68.799943°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 18.22° (NNE). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Harstad are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 68.799943, 16.5440322. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Harstad (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 Harstad versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 4:31 AM | 9:25 PM | 16h 53m |
| 2025 | 4:32 AM | 9:24 PM | 16h 51m |
| 2021 | 4:32 AM | 9:23 PM | 16h 50m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Harstad today?
In Harstad, the sun rises at exactly 4:31 AM and sets at 9:25 PM today. This gives the city a total of 16h 53m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Harstad today?
Today, morning golden hour in Harstad runs from N/A to 5:58 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 7:59 PM and lasts until 9:17 PM.
Why does sunrise in Harstad shift every day?
At Harstad's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 18.22° (NNE). Because of Earth's tilt, the city is losing 9 minutes of daylight each day until the Winter Solstice on December 21.
What is the UV Index in Harstad at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 12:58 PM when the sun reaches 32.47. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Harstad today.
Has the sunrise time in Harstad 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 4:32 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 4:32 AM.