Today in Sandnes, Norway, the sun rises at 6:07 AM and sets at 9:10 PM, giving the city exactly 15h 2m 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, Sandnes is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Sandnes
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Sandnes runs from N/A to 7:04 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:13 PM and lasts until 9:10 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Sandnes experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 2m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Sandnes falls exactly at 1:39 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.00 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 Sandnes today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Sandnes?
At Sandnes's latitude of 58.9831321°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 7.37° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Sandnes are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 58.9831321, 6.394641. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Sandnes (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 Sandnes versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:07 AM | 9:10 PM | 15h 2m |
| 2025 | 6:08 AM | 9:09 PM | 15h 1m |
| 2021 | 6:08 AM | 9:09 PM | 15h 0m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Sandnes today?
In Sandnes, the sun rises at exactly 6:07 AM and sets at 9:10 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 2m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Sandnes today?
Today, morning golden hour in Sandnes runs from N/A to 7:04 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:13 PM and lasts until 9:05 PM.
Why does sunrise in Sandnes shift every day?
At Sandnes's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 7.37° (N). 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 Sandnes at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:39 PM when the sun reaches 43.00. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Sandnes today.
Has the sunrise time in Sandnes 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 6:08 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:08 AM.