Today in Stavanger, Norway, the sun rises at 6:10 AM and sets at 9:12 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, Stavanger is currently in its Summer season.
Golden Hour & Twilight Windows in Stavanger
For photographers, filmmakers, and outdoor enthusiasts, the morning golden hour in Stavanger runs from N/A to 7:07 AM. The evening golden hour begins at 8:16 PM and lasts until 9:12 PM.
Civil twilight—when there is still sufficient ambient light to see clearly outdoors—begins at N/A. At its temperate latitude, Stavanger experiences strong seasonal contrast. Today's 15h 2m of daylight differs significantly from its winter minimum.
Solar Noon & UV Index
Solar noon in Stavanger falls exactly at 1:41 PM, which is the moment the sun reaches its peak altitude of 43.06 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 Stavanger today.
Why Does Sunrise Shift in Stavanger?
At Stavanger's latitude of 58.9699675°, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 6.49° (N). Because of the Earth's axial tilt, this position shifts slightly every day. Sunrise and sunset times for Stavanger are calculated using advanced solar algorithms (SunCalc) based on coordinates 58.9699675, 5.7318101. Times are mathematically accurate to ±30 seconds.
Historical Sunrise in Stavanger (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 Stavanger versus 1 year and 5 years ago:
| Year | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today | 6:10 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 2m |
| 2025 | 6:11 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 1m |
| 2021 | 6:11 AM | 9:12 PM | 15h 0m |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the sun rise in Stavanger today?
In Stavanger, the sun rises at exactly 6:10 AM and sets at 9:12 PM today. This gives the city a total of 15h 2m of daylight.
When is golden hour in Stavanger today?
Today, morning golden hour in Stavanger runs from N/A to 7:07 AM. Evening golden hour begins at 8:16 PM and lasts until 9:08 PM.
Why does sunrise in Stavanger shift every day?
At Stavanger's latitude, the sun currently rises at an azimuth of 6.49° (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 Stavanger at solar noon?
Solar noon occurs at 1:41 PM when the sun reaches 43.06. This produces a moderate UV level. Light protective clothing is adequate for most outdoor activities in Stavanger today.
Has the sunrise time in Stavanger 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 6:11 AM, and five years ago in 2021, it was at 6:11 AM.